Camels to help fight Alzheimer's? New class of antibody from camelids that can cross the blood-brain barrier
Monday, October 1, 2012 - 12:30
in Biology & Nature
Could camels help fight Alzheimer's disease? Scientists have announced a discovery that may lead to enhanced imaging of, and improved drug delivery to the brain. New research describes a new class of antibody from camelids that can cross the blood-brain barrier, diffuse into brain tissue, and reach specific targets. These antibodies may be instrumental for people with brain diseases poorly diagnosed and treated using today's tools.