Dr. Ashish Sharma studies Alzheimer's biomarkers and sleep

Ashish Sharma, PhD, a BrightFocus Alzheimer's Disease Research grant recipient, is uncovering the connection between circadian rhythm disruptions and the accumulation of amyloid plaques and tau protein in the brain—two key Alzheimer's biomarkers. This research is deeply personal for Dr. Sharma, who watched a family member "slowly fade—first losing memories, then words, until even their ability to communicate was gone." 45% of Alzheimer's patients reporting sleep problems. Dr. Sharma's research could chart a path for earlier detection and new treatment approaches. Learn more: https://bit.ly/43Dz93P #Alzheimers #BrightFocusFoundation #CureInMind

Tanu Parmar

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Congratulations on your impactful research !! at BrightFocus Foundation

Thoughtful post, thanks

Ashish Sharma

Neuroscientist BrightFocus Fellow

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Thank you BrightFocus Foundation for highlighting this work and for your continued support — I’m honored to be featured.

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