Dementia Research Centre, Queen Square, London

Neuropsychology

The work carried out by the Dementia Research Centre in Queen Square, London although complex is interesting and informative as are the articles from Medical News Today and as such there may be issues that you find interesting:-

The work of the neuropsychology team within the Dementia Research Centre is directed towards identifying, measuring, monitoring and understanding the cognitive changes associated with degenerative disease and normal ageing. The term “cognition” refers to all processes by which information from our senses is transformed, stored, recovered, and used. So in our work, we are interested in assessing the impact of degenerative diseases upon a wide variety of human skills and behaviours, including memory, conceptual knowledge, language, literacy, perception, and thinking. Our research takes various forms….

Scientists Discover How Molecular Motors Go Into “Energy Save Mode”

The transport system inside living cells is a well-oiled machine with tiny protein motors hauling chromosomes, neurotransmitters and other vital cargo around the cell. These molecular motors are responsible for a variety of critical transport jobs, but they are not always on the go. They can put themselves into “energy save mode” to conserve cellular fuel and, as a consequence, control what gets moved around the cell, and when. Read more.

Events

There are two events which may be of interest to you and the loved one you care for, however do call the number provided to check suitability and accessibility:-

South Bristol Community Summer Fete location The Park Centre Bringing The Local Community Together A fun filled summer fete is being held to raise money for The Great Western Air Ambulance and The Brandon Trust. Read More…

Live Music Event – Tewkesbury Music Festival 2011location Ye Olde Black Bear The very first Live Music Festival is coming to Tewkesbury in 2011. Read More….