New research suggests diabetes drug could slow Alzheimer’s progression

Medical [New research suggests diabetes drug could slow Alzheimer’s progression]( [The research found a link between slower cognitive decline and diabetic patients taking drugs called gliptins]( A new study is reporting a link between a particular class of drugs used to treat type 2 diabetes and decreased Alzheimer's disease biomarkers. Alzheimer’s experts are calling for clinical trials to explore these treatments in people without diabetes. [Read more]( Special Promotion for New Atlas Readers [Grab a one-year subscription to NordVPN and keep your browsing private]( Finding privacy in an intrusive world is almost impossible these days, especially during your time surfing the web. Keep all of your most important searches and documents completely hidden from the world with a one-year subscription to NordVPN. 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The peptide regulates the immune system, potentially leading to treatments for type 1 diabetes and other autoimmune diseases. [Read more]( Architecture [Brain research center uses passive smarts to keep scientists cool]( [The Edmond and Lily Safra Center for Brain Science is located in the Hebrew University of Jerusalem]( Described by Foster + Partners as "inspired by science," the Edmond and Lily Safra Center for Brain Sciences in Jerusalem is defined by a laser-cut exterior that helps shade the interior while paying homage to a pioneer of modern neuroscience. [Read more]( You are receiving this email because you signed up for our daily newsletter at [newatlas.com]( (or [gizmag.com]( before August 2016). [Update profile]( | [Unsubscribe]( Copyright New Atlas © 2021