Shafaqna English- A groundbreaking three-minute brainwave test developed by scientists at the University of Bath can identify early signs of Alzheimer’s disease years before symptoms typically appear. The test, called Fastball EEG, passively records brain activity as users view a series of images—requiring no active response or memory recall. Published in Brain Communications, the study demonstrates that Fastball effectively detects memory impairment in individuals with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), often a precursor to Alzheimer’s. Crucially, the test has been proven to work reliably in home settings, making it a scalable, low-cost tool for widespread early screening. The test is portable, objective, and suitable for use in clinics or at home—offering new hope for timely intervention in Alzheimer’s disease.