This article discusses how sensory cues such as music can evoke autobiographical memories, and examines how music evokes memories differently in people with neurodegenerative diseases.
Tag Archives: Alzheimer’s
Sounds Familiar: How music can evoke memories in healthy brains and in cases of neurodegeneration
posted by Jacqueline Mosko
From symptoms to biology: shifting definitions of Alzheimer’s disease
posted by Barbara Spencer
As a neuroscientist studying Alzheimer’s, I’m reminded of its far-reaching impact each time a barista, cashier, or Lyft driver makes small talk by asking what I do for a living. Unfortunately, this devastating disease needs no introduction. Considering its ubiquity, it’s surprising that a debate broke out recently among leaders in the field over the […]
Alzheimer’s disease: back to the basics & exploring new frontiers
posted by Catie Profaci
When my grandfather was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease (AD), I wanted to better understand what exactly was happening in his brain as his memory slowly deteriorated. Perhaps this drive came from innate scientific curiosity, or perhaps burying myself in the gritty molecular details was my attempt at escaping from the emotional gravity of the situation.

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