DATA. DEVICE. DETECTION.
A journey to combat neurodegenerative diseases.
About Us
The Sunita Sanghi Centre of Aging and Neurodegenerative Diseases (SCAN) at IIT Bombay was established in February 2022, to advance the knowledge of aging and neurodegeneration, which affects millions of people worldwide.
Our main objective is to understand the molecular and pathological basis of disease mechanisms and develop innovative therapeutics/tools against neurodegenerative disorders such as Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD).
Focus Areas
- Early detection of diseases caused due to aging and neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s (PD), Alzheimer’s (AD) and Frontotemporal dementia (FTD).
- Creating biological age profiles (normal aging versus aging-related disorders such as PD and AD) using blood samples.
- Understanding the molecular mechanisms and development of therapeutics & tools against neurodegenerative disorders such as PD, AD and FTD.
- Movement support - Assisted support for aging & neurodegenerative patients.
Research
Understanding Disease Mechanism
Deciphering the molecular, cellular, and biochemical mechanism of disease onset and progression using a wide range of disease-relevant in vitro, cell-based and computational studies.
Diagnosis
Developing novel tools and biomarkers for the early detection, diagnosis, and prognosis of neurodegenerative disorders, such as Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and Frontotemporal dementia.
Diagnosis
Developing novel tools and biomarkers for the early detection, diagnosis, and prognosis of neurodegenerative disorders, such as Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and Frontotemporal dementia.
Devices & Policy
Providing adaptive equipment and assistive technologies for movement support for Aging / neurodegenerative patients.
Resources
The SCAN centre will focus on following neurodegenerative diseases: Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and Frontotemporal dementia
News and Updates
Event Organized
SCAN Symposium 2025
The SCAN Symposium 2025: Dementia and Neurodegeneration was organized by the SCAN Centre to mark its second anniversary on January 9, 2025, at the Victor Menezes Convention Centre (VMCC), IIT Bombay. This landmark event offered a unique opportunity to delve into the forefront of neurodegenerative disorders, bringing together leading experts from across India to discuss challenges, breakthroughs, and innovative solutions in the field
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