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Research & Discovery
Why Alzheimer’s patients forget loved ones, and how UVA researchers are fighting back
Researchers at UVA found that damage to the brain’s protective “nets” could explain memory loss and point toward new treatments.
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How to beat the fall-back blues
The darkest months of the year are coming. Here’s how to survive them.
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Q&A: What new drug is the FDA reviewing to treat Parkinson’s disease?
UVA scientist Richard Mailman helped pioneer tavapadon, a potential game-changer for patients.
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Diagnosed with an incurable disease: How a UVA professor is fighting for his son
Thirteen-year-old Leo Barker’s father, Tom, upended his research to stall a rare genetic illness that strikes 1 in 50,000 people.
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‘Come on in’: What teacher home visits mean for families
UVA researchers see big benefits when teachers visit students’ homes. Now they’re exploring the impact on families.
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Research & Discovery
UVA-led national study finds Montessori preschool boosts learning, cuts costs
Researchers found the teaching technique boosts thinking, and costs $13,000 less per child than traditional preschool programs.
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Research & Discovery
Missing molecule holds clues to Down syndrome
UVA researcher Ashley Brandebura helped uncover how a missing brain molecule may hold promise for treating Down syndrome.
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Research & Discovery
After her own cancer diagnosis, this UVA professor is finding treatments
Kristin Anderson leads a team designing smarter, stronger immune-based therapies for future patients.

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