Olfactory dysfunction

Biomarker

3 papers1 finding

  • Humans2

Associations

1

Alzheimer's disease

upin humans1

1 study
  1. Olfactory dysfunction is associated with Alzheimer's disease in humans.

    “Olfactory dysfunction has been frequently associated with AD and may offer valuable insights into early detection.”

    Review

    Aging-associated sensory decline and Alzheimer's disease

    Molecular neurodegeneration4 Dec 2024

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Funding

3 grants since 2019

Japan Society for the Promotion of ScienceJP¥8.8mNational Institute on AgingUS$3.3m

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Aging shifts brain circuit signals for smell in mice

Brain recordings in awake mice revealed higher excitation, altered electrical rhythms, and less distinct smell signals in the olfactory bulb of older animals.Brain recordings in awake mice revealed higher excitation, altered electrical rhythms, and less distinct smell signals in the olfactory bulb of older animals.

Preprint: experiments in miceMechanisms
Chemical Senses

Healthy plant-rich diets linked to better olfactory function

In a cross-sectional study of 6,690 adults, healthy plant-rich eating patterns and specific foods like fruits and vegetables tracked with lower rates of hyposmia.In a cross-sectional study of 6,690 adults, healthy plant-rich eating patterns and specific foods like fruits and vegetables tracked with lower rates of hyposmia.

Cross-sectional study of 6,690 peoplePopulations