The new technique has immediate value for basic research into Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.

Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. Israeli and Dutch researchers have unveiled a new technique that allows scientists to precisely measure toxic protein clumps associated with Alzheimer's disease -- something that has long been out of reach and could open new paths for studying and eventually diagnosing dementia. World News | Breakthrough Technique Maps Toxic Protein Growth in Alzheimer's Disease.