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.

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