Chromosomal and environmental contributions to sex differences in the vulnerability to neurological and neuropsychiatric disorders:

Chromosomal and environmental contributions to sex differences in the vulnerability to neurological and neuropsychiatric disorders: Implications for therapeutic interventions Post Written By: Benedetta Romeo Many neurological and neuropsychiatric disorders have been shown to affect men and women differently. The causes of these differences are unknown, and one significant contributing factor is the historical underrepresentation of […]

Women in Business – Nomination Women of the Year 2024

Women in Business – TOP100 – Women of the Year 2024 We are excited to share that Dr Antonella Santuccione Chadha. our pro bono CEO, has been featured once again in this year’s TOP100 issue of Women In Business magazine. She has been also nominated by the editorial team to run for the prestigious title […]

Traumatic Brain Injury

Quality of life after traumatic brain injury: a cross-sectional analysis uncovers age- and sex-related differences over the adult lifespan Post Written By: Benedetta Romeo | Affiliated Scientists & Researchers Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a major global health issue with a male-to-female ratio of up to 3-4:1. However, the long-term impacts on quality of life […]

This is a true breakthrough – Alzheimer’s Disease

A True Breakthrough Published in: Schweizer Familie | September 2024 For a long time, Alzheimer’s disease has been a formidable challenge for medicine. However, this is set to change, according to the esteemed scientist Antonella Santuccione Chadha. Advances in early detection, innovative medications, and artificial intelligence are poised to slow the progression of memory loss. […]

Alzheimer’s Awareness Month – Rosa Sangiorgio

Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, September 2024 “While women account for nearly 70% of Alzheimers cases, they are severely underrepresented in clinical trials. To close this gap, we at the Women’s Brain Foundation are working on the launch of a research institute focusing on precision medicine factoring in sex and gender differences. We are committed to support […]

Sex and Gender Based Research

The importance of recognizing sex differences in Alzheimer’s disease   By: Christine Bahls Here are some interesting articles on this topic. Frontiers: Sex-differences in COPD: from biological mechanisms to therapeutic considerations USC Dornsife: Discovery of vast sex differences in cellular activity has major implications for disease treatment Science: Sex differences in kidney metabolism may reflect sex-dependent […]

Alzheimer’s Awareness Day 21 Sept 2024

Imagining and envisioning the future together on Alzheimer’s Awareness Day, 21 September 💜 By Dr. Beatriz Calvo-Flores Guzman Imagine a future where preventive and personalized treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease are a reality. Imagine a future shaped by preventive medicine that recognizes the critical role of sex and gender differences. In this future, the onset of […]

Alzheimer’s Awareness Month

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Alzheimer’s Awareness

The importance of recognizing sex differences in Alzheimer’s disease By: Dr. Beatriz Guzman | Affiliated Scientist & Researcher World Alzheimer’s Awareness Month is a time to highlight the importance of recognizing sex differences in Alzheimer’s disease. Understanding the unique impact of the disease on men and women is key to advancing more tailored and efficient […]

“Age is a risk factor for Alzheimer’s – but so is being a woman”

“Age is a risk factor for Alzheimer’s – but so is being a woman Journalist Christina Pirskanen at 20 Minuten discusses the gender gap in medicine with CEO, Dr Antonella Santuccione Chadha, particularly focusing on Alzheimer’s disease. It highlights that being a woman is a significant risk factor for Alzheimer’s, alongside aging. Dr. Santuccione-Chadha explains […]