An Alzheimer's-related protein helps form and maintain nerve cell connections, according to a study published in the May 4 print issue of the Journal of Cell Biology.
The protein, called presenilin, is mutated in many cases of inherited Alzheimer's disease. Although the inherited form of Alzheimer's is relatively rare, researchers hope that by studying the function of the protein, they will glean insights into the pathology of the more common non-inherited form of the disease. Presenilin is known to form part of an enzyme complex called gamma secretase, which sits in nerve cell membranes and chops up other proteins. Inoue et al have found a new target of gamma secretase, a protein called EphA4.
Alzheimer’s disease - Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Stages, Types, Prevention, Prognosis & Treatment
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disease affecting memory and thinking and making the person increasingly dependent on others.
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disease affecting memory and thinking and making the person increasingly dependent on others.
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Blackcurrants May Help Slowdown Alzheimer's Progression
Compounds in blackcurrants may help slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease, according to British scientists.
Compounds in blackcurrants may help slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease, according to British scientists.
Delirium Accelerates Memory Decline in Alzheimer's Patients
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Alzheimer's disease patients who develop delirium, a sudden state of severe confusion and disorientation, are significantly more likely to experience rapid cognitive
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Alzheimer's disease patients who develop delirium, a sudden state of severe confusion and disorientation, are significantly more likely to experience rapid cognitive
Avalanche of Alzheimer's Apprehended in Australia
Experts are predicting an unprecedented surge in dementia sufferers in Australia, to double from about 230,000 last year to 465,000 by 2030. The figure could soar to 730,000 by 2050.
Experts are predicting an unprecedented surge in dementia sufferers in Australia, to double from about 230,000 last year to 465,000 by 2030. The figure could soar to 730,000 by 2050.
