Understanding aging and neurology is essential for addressing the neurological challenges that accompany aging. As individuals age, structural changes in the brain can lead to cognitive impairments, motor dysfunctions, and increased susceptibility to neurological diseases. Ongoing research is uncovering the mechanisms behind these changes, including the role of genetic factors, protein accumulation, and disrupted brain plasticity. By exploring new treatments, from neuroprotective drugs to regenerative therapies like stem cell treatments, this field is focused on mitigating the effects of aging on brain health, enhancing the brain’s ability to recover, and improving the overall well-being of older adults. The integration of advanced neuroimaging techniques is also allowing for better understanding of brain aging in real-time, aiding in more precise diagnosis and treatment. These efforts promise to make significant strides in preserving neurological function in older populations.
Title : Triple-network dysfunction, ME/CFS, and the NeuroPhysics Treatment Process “A dynamical systems perspective on psychophysical organization and environmental interaction”
Ken Ware, NeuroPhysics Therapy Institute and Research Centre, Australia
Title : ADNP regulates cortical development: Mechanism of ADNP syndrome/autism
Kazuhito Toyooka, Drexel University College of Medicine, United States
Title : Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) in Parkinson’s disease: Prevalence given MDS criteria
Cay Anderson Hanley, iPACES, United States
Title : Modeling early neurologic trajectories after elevated leg positioning (ELP): A secondary analysis of the LEG-UP randomized feasibility study
Kayode Ahmed, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, United States
Title : Neuro-exergaming for non-verbal autism spectrum: A case study of neuropsychological function after 15 sessions of pedal-n-play iPACES
Cay Anderson Hanley, iPACES, United States
Title : Prescribing joy: The importance of integrating memory cafes into dementia care
Saul Beaumont, Massachusetts Advisory Council on Alzheimer's Disease and All Other Dementias, United States