Nanotech used to reverse Alzheimer's disease in mice: study

Scientists have discovered what could be a breakthrough in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease.

Over 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s, which slowly erodes memory, cognitive skills and the ability to perform simple tasks.

Early attempts at treating or managing Alzheimer’s have concentrated on neurons and other brain cells. Newer approaches have been exploring how other factors contribute to the disease.

Now, a new study reveals innovative nanotechnology that restored the function of the blood-brain barrier (BBB) to reverse Alzheimer’s in mice. 3

Traditional nanomedicine employs nanoparticles as carriers for therapeutic molecules. For the new research, an international team of scientists utilized nanoparticles as bioactive agents in their own right.

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