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New funding supports USD scientist's cognitive decline research

This interview originally aired on "In the Moment" on SDPB Radio.

Advanced Alzheimer's disease research is happening in South Dakota, including in Samuel Sathyanesan's, Ph.D., lab.

The University of South Dakota researcher and professor is exploring how a lab-made compound could prevent cognitive decline. His work received a $200,000 grant from the Alzheimer's Association.

Leslie Morrow, state executive director of the Alzheimer's Association South Dakota chapter, joins Dr. Sathyanesan to discuss the big impact of tiny molecules in the brain. Plus, they talk about how big investments can lead to exciting developments in science.

Lori Walsh is the host and senior producer of In the Moment.
Ellen Koester is a producer of In the Moment, SDPB's daily news and culture broadcast.
Ari Jungemann is a producer of In the Moment, SDPB's daily news and culture broadcast.