neurofibrillary
- a word derived from neurofibril.
Example Sentences
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Scientists are now paying closer attention to Tau hyperphosphorylation, a process that leads to the formation of neurofibrillary tangles and the loss of brain cells.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 10, 2026
Alzheimer's, which gradually destroys memory and thinking skills, is characterized by changes in the brain including amyloid beta plaques and neurofibrillary, or tau, tangles that result in loss of neurons and their connections.
From Reuters ● Jul. 16, 2023
At the same time, SuperAger brains appear to have added protection against suspected biological hallmarks of Alzheimer’s, with less amyloid beta plaques, a cellular waste product, and neurofibrillary tangles.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 13, 2023
Amyloid plaques, neurofibrillary tangles, and an overall shrinking of brain volume are commonly seen in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 9, 2022
In fact, we know from other studies that some degree of tau-protein build-up is a normal part of aging and that the presence of neurofibrillary tangles does not reliably predict cognitive impairment.
From Slate ● Dec. 21, 2015
