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Genetic and modifiable factors impact brain network vulnerability

News-Medical.Net — March 29, 2024, 01:00 AM UTC

Summary: In a study of 40,000 UK Biobank participants, researchers explored genetic and modifiable risk factors affecting a brain network vulnerable to aging and diseases like Alzheimer's and schizophrenia. The study identified seven genetic clusters and highlighted diabetes, air pollution, and alcohol as significant modifiable risks for the vulnerable brain network. This research emphasizes the complex interplay between genetics and environment on brain health, offering insights for future studies.

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