June 3, 2019
Hear from the experts on hereditary amyloidosis
By Advancing the Science contributor
Amyloidosis is a rare disease that occurs when a substance called amyloid builds up in your organs. Amyloid is an abnormal protein that is produced in your bone marrow and can be deposited in any tissue or organ. Hereditary amyloidosis (familial amyloidosis) is an inherited disorder that often affects the liver, nerves, heart and kidneys. […]
Tags: amyloidosis, hereditary diseases, neurology, P. James Dyck
May 20, 2019
Leading and learning in neurological research
By Advancing the Science contributor
Mayo shares neurological research and advancements at AAN meeting Among more than 15,000 attendees at the 2019 American Academy of Neurology (AAN) Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, May 4-10, Mayo Clinic had a strong presence. Mayo scientists and clinicians led 38 courses and gave 84 lectures at the world’s largest gathering of neurologists. Nearly 60 Mayo […]
Tags: Alejandro Rabinstein, Allen Aksamit Jr., Alyx Porter, Angelman syndrome, autoimmune disorder, brain tumor, Bryan Neth, Christopher Boes, Claudia Lucchinetti, David Dodick, Diego Zaquera Carvalho, Eugene Scharf