News & Events In a mouse model of Down syndrome, 40Hz light and sound improve cognition, neurogenesis, connectivity Study provides evidence that sensory stimulation of gamma brain rhythms may promote restorative neurological health response. ResearchApril 25, 2025
New tools for dynamic analysis and molecular mapping of the brain Boyden lab develops technology for application in DS research
Technology to Improve Ability program funds sleep apnea device MIT and Veteran's Affairs team creating a mouthpiece to treat common sleep disorder
Symposium examines intersecting biology of neurodegeneration, Down syndrome Cross-cutting examples of disease pathology, cellular breakdowns highlight joint conference EventsOctober 11, 2022
Upcoming Alana Down Syndrome/Aging Brain Initiative Symposium Research symposium Oct. 5 & 6th on Glial and Neuronal Biology of the Aging Brain EventsOctober 5, 2022
In memoriam of Professor Tom Hehir A fierce defender of equality in education and human rights, Hehir passed away on June 22
In Down syndrome cells, genome-wide disruptions mimic cell aging Extra chromosome alters conformation and DNA accessibility across the whole genome ResearchJanuary 6, 2022
Watch: Technology to Improve Ability Webinar MIT innovators present their inventions to improve quality of life for individuals with Down Syndrome
Upcoming Webinar: Technology to Improve Ability Join us Wednesday, June 16 at 12:00pm ET EventsJune 16, 2021