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Happy Holidays from Sanford-Burnham!

Authorpbartosch
Date

December 23, 2014

As the year draws to a close, we look back on Sanford-Burnham’s many achievements in 2014. Over the year, our scientists published numerous papers in high-profile journals; secured significant grant funding; partnered with companies, institutes, and nonprofit organizations from across the country and the globe; and they took important steps toward our ultimate goal – to have a tangible impact on human health. Here are 14 accomplishments of 2014 that we are proud to share with you: Continue reading “Happy Holidays from Sanford-Burnham!”

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Why people with Down syndrome invariably develop Alzheimer’s disease

Authorsgammon
Date

October 23, 2014

A new study by researchers at Sanford-Burnham reveals the process that leads to changes in the brains of individuals with Down syndrome—the same changes that cause dementia in Alzheimer’s patients. The findings, published in Cell Reports, have important implications for the development of treatments that can prevent damage in neuronal connectivity and brain function in Down syndrome and other neurodevelopmental and neurodegenerative conditions, including Alzheimer’s disease. Continue reading “Why people with Down syndrome invariably develop Alzheimer’s disease”