Review on spatial navigation published in “Neuron”
Magdeburg (Germany), August 31, 2017 - Spatial navigation is one of the most complex abilities of the human mind. However, this ability often deteriorates as we get older, which can severely reduce our independence and quality of life. In addition, diseases such as Alzheimer’s can further compromise our sense of direction. A recent review article published in the journal “Neuron” provides a comprehensive review of this topic: Neuroscientist Thomas Wolbers of the German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) and colleagues describe what is known about the human sense of direction, its decline in old age, and how research on it might help the diagnosis and therapy of dementia.