Think Like a Scientist: Inside Alzheimer's Disease
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Journalist Greg O'Brien reveals his struggle living with Alzheimer's disease, including the effects on his family. Harvard scientist, Rudy Tanzi, explains the mechanism by which this disease robs the identities of those affected. Tanzi also reveals current research into the treatment of the disease. Part of the “Think Like a Scientist” series.
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Runtime: 6 minutes 38 seconds
- Topic: Health and Safety, Science
- Subtopic: Diseases and Conditions, Science Experiments, Science Methods
- Grade/Interest Level: 10 - 12
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- Release Year: 2016
- Producer/Distributor: Howard Hughes Medical Institute
- Series: Think Like a Scientist
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