Mechanism Explains Link Between Apolipoprotein E And Alzheimer's Disease
Thursday, June 12, 2008 - 19:21
in Biology & Nature
Scientists have discovered a previously unknown mechanism by which apolipoprotein E, a molecule whose mutation is linked to Alzheimer's disease, stimulates degradation of sticky amyloid beta protein within the brain. The research may lead to a powerful new therapy for this devastating disease.