Have you ever wondered how your brain manages to react to split-second changes in your environment while simultaneously drawing on memories from decades ago? Or how you can recognize a specific dog while also understanding the concept of “dog” in general? These seemingly contradictory abilities highlight a fundamental challenge for our brains: balancing immediate flexibility…

Aging is the biggest risk factor for dementia, but what if we could tap into biological mechanisms that slow down brain aging? A growing body of research suggests that factors circulating in our blood may influence the brain’s resilience to neurodegenerative diseases. Scientists have lonsg observed that when older mice receive young blood, their cognitive…

We are delighted to announce that the Communication & Speech Analysis in Neurocognitive Diagnoses Lab (CSAND) is joining forces with Oregon Health & Science University’s (OHSU) Layton Aging and Alzheimer’s Disease Center! This partnership unites our expertise in computational modeling and network analysis with the Layton Center’s distinguished leadership in dementia care and research. The…