Elevated levels of copper in amyloid plaques associated with neurodegeneration in mouse models of Alzheimer's disease
Wednesday, August 21, 2013 - 19:00
in Biology & Nature
Metals such as iron, copper, and zinc are important for many biological processes. In recent years, studies have shown that these nutritionally-essential metals are elevated in human Alzheimer's disease (AD) brains and some animal models of AD. Scientists are now exploring whether these metals are causing the neurodegeneration seen in AD or are indicative of other ongoing pathologic processes.