The Hidden System Series

Abstract Alzheimer’s Disease is a neurodegenerative disorder in which many pathways and processes are characterized by decreased or ablated function. Researchers have been exploring potential causes and effects of Alzheimer's on the brain, but little is understood about the role of climate change in its pathology. Climate change has long been linked to a significant increase in global temperature, but studies showing evidence of a relationship between increasing temperature a

What if the biggest breakthroughs in science are not missed in the lab, but in the funding decisions that happen long before experiments even begin? In my last post, I explored a surprising paradigm: despite recent scientific progress, funding for Alzheimer’s research has been cut by nearly fifty percent. That begs the question: If progress is being made, why stand in the way of science that is moving forward? The Illusion of Objectivity We tend to think of science as a purel

Throughout the series we’ll explore why funding cuts aren’t just about money. Rather, they reveal how science is prioritized and shaped in the modern world and why we should care. What Happens When Research Funding Gets Cut in Half? After decades of work trying to understand the complex mechanisms behind Alzheimer’s disease scientists have made outstanding breakthroughs. As recently as last year, significant progress has been made in: Diagnostic blood tests Therapies targetin