Thousands of people around the world
suffer from the crippling effects of Alzheimer’s disease. This is a disorder
where the part of the brain that controls memory is affected. Several research
institutions around the world are trying their best to find a cure to this
disease. Michael Mullan has been a
pioneer in this field. His research on the dreaded disease is well known
throughout the world.
The identification of a certain
protein that has got a direct relation to the onset of the disease has been a
significant discovery of Dr. Michael Mullan. A biomedical researcher, Dr.Mullan is considered an authority when
it comes to research on mental disorders. His career started after he received
his medical degree from the London University. He trained as a physician in
England. He has completed his PhD in molecular genetics, again from the London
University. He has been the key figure behind over 200 papers on Alzheimer’s
disease. At present, as the CEO and President of The Roskamp Institute, located
in Sarasota, Florida, he is further continuing his crusade against this
debilitating disorder.
One of the significant findings of
the researchers at The Roskamp Institute is that of the “Brain Reserve Index”.
Using this index the researchers are able to indicate the risk of developing
Alzheimer’s disease in a person. Dr. Mullan’s research papers are much sought
after by the medical community around the world.
Apart from the work that is being
done by Dr. Mullan, there are other research institutions around the world which
also have been trying to find a cure to the disease. While significant
breakthroughs have been made, there is no known cure for Alzheimer’s disease
till now. The disease is known to becoming increasingly progressive as a person
ages. A group of drugs known as “cholinesterase inhibitors” are usually used
for treating the condition. What these drugs do is to moderate the symptoms. In
certain cases, doctors also recommend anti-psychotic medicines for people
suffering from the disease.
The team under Dr. Mullan at
Sarasota, Florida has also done a lot of research on the link between diet and
the onset of Alzheimer’s disease. Accordingly they have figured out that
certain types of diet are beneficial in preventing the onset of the disease in
the first place. A well balanced diet that consists of plenty of fresh fruits
and vegetables to provide all the necessary vitamins and minerals has been
recommended to tackle the menace of Alzheimer’s disease.
