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Learn MoreThe new Project Talent follow-up study is here! The Project Talent Aging Study (PTAS) will focus on memory and thinking. We hope to learn more about the many factors that increase the risk of–or protect against–cognitive diseases like dementia and Alzheimer’s. Visit our blog for regular updates on the progress of the study!
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