Alzheimer's Disease Resources
Chosen by Advanced
Practice Providers
  • Clinical guidelines
  • Patient support and education resources
  • Research updates

Summary of Mitochondria and Synaptic Activity in Neurodegeneration

Mitochondria are essential for synaptic activity and plasticity, providing energy, buffering calcium, and recycling vesicles needed for neurotransmission. Presynaptic mitochondria support rapid neurotransmitter release, while…
CURATED BY: Eric Carlon,
APRN, PMHNP-BC
Intestinal bacteria. Microbiome.

Gut Microbiome’s Role in Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a prevalent neurodegenerative disorder affecting millions worldwide. Emerging research highlights the gut microbiome's potential role in...
CURATED BY:
Eric Carlon,
APRN, PMHNP-BC
Genetic engineering concept. DNA.

MicroRNAs in Alzheimer’s: Key Roles in Early Diagnosis and Treatment

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a prevalent neurodegenerative disorder, primarily affecting the elderly, and is the leading cause of dementia, contributing...
CURATED BY:
Eric Carlon,
APRN, PMHNP-BC

Gene Therapy: A Promising Frontier in Alzheimer’s Treatment and Disease Progression

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) remains a significant challenge due to its complex pathology and limited effectiveness of current treatments. Recent advances...
CURATED BY:
Stacey Panasci,
MS, PA-C, MSCS

Physician Associate and Nurse Practitioner Contributors to
the Alzheimer’s Disease Center of Excellence

POCN’s Alzheimer’s Disease Center of Excellence is curated by practicing clinical physician associates and nurse practitioners who review and select resources that are the most useful to their peers. They provide their expertise by hand-picking the latest content for advanced practice providers.

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