EurekAlert! In the Spotlight - Alzheimer's Awareness Month

Welcome to In the Spotlight, where each month we shine a light on something exciting, timely, or simply fascinating from the world of science.

In honor of Alzheimer's Awareness Month, we’re exploring the science and stories surrounding Alzheimer’s disease.

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Updates every hour. Last Updated: 29-Oct-2026 07:15 ET (29-Oct-2026 11:15 GMT/UTC)

23-Jun-2026

Unlocking disease-linked protein changes using AI

University of Waterloo
Peer-Reviewed Publication

A new algorithm could drive breakthroughs in understanding cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, and other potentially fatal conditions.

Researchers from the University of Waterloo developed the machine learning algorithm, called RNovA, to detect changes in the proteins in human cells.

Journal: Nature Biotechnology

22-Jun-2026

How your sleep habits team with your genes to determine Alzheimer's risk

Edith Cowan University
Peer-Reviewed Publication

New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has discovered an important link between our genes and sleep habits, suggesting they work together to influence early brain and cognitive changes associated with Alzheimer’s Disease, long before symptoms appear.

Journal: Alzheimer s & Dementia
Funder: Various as below

22-Jun-2026

Mount Sinai researchers identify RNA biomarkers that could offer a simple blood test for earlier Alzheimer’s diagnosis

The Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Peer-Reviewed Publication

New study identifies brain-specific RNA and protein biomarkers in blood, paving way for early and easier diagnosis

Journal: Nature Communications

19-Jun-2026

25,000 genomes for brain health

DZNE - German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases
Business Announcement

The German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) is investing approximately six million euros to establish a one-of-a-kind global genome database. The digital library, known as “NeuroGenomeHub,” aims to drive research into neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, ALS, FTD, and Huntington’s. The project plans to capture the genetic information of about 25,000 people over the next two years.

18-Jun-2026

Fish oil supplements may not prevent Alzheimer’s-related decline

University of Southern California - Health Sciences
Peer-Reviewed Publication

A new Keck Medicine of USC study suggests that increasing omega-3 levels via supplements has little effect on brain health despite showing evidence that the nutrients directly reach the brain.

Journal: EBioMedicine

18-Jun-2026

Michigan’s aging brains need more protection, poll shows

Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan
Reports and Proceedings

Nearly all Michiganders age 50 and over say it’s very important to keep their brains healthy as they grow older, a new poll finds. But less than half (47%) of middle-aged and older Michiganders know that everyday actions can be very important for reducing their future risk of dementia.

Funder: Michigan Health Endowment Fund, University of Michigan