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
SCAN Annual Symposium 2024: Recent Trends in Neurodegeneration
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SCAN Annual Symposium 2024
We are thrilled to extend a heartfelt invitation to you for the “SCAN Annual Symposium on Recent Trends in Neurodegeneration” as our centre marks its first anniversary since its inception
Date: 9th and 10th January 2024
Location: VMCC, IIT Bombay
Theme: Recent Trends in Neurodegeneration
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