Science Daily·3 min read·medium
Scientists discover why poor sleep may harm some brains more
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A study indicates that the AQP4 gene, which regulates brain waste clearance during sleep, interacts with sleep habits to influence Alzheimer's risk. Certain genetic variants are linked to faster grey matter loss when individuals experience poor sleep.
New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) suggests that sleep habits and genetics may interact to influence subtle brain and cognitive changes associated with Alzheimer's disease years before noticeable symptoms develop.
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