The C. elegans worm might prove to be an effective research model for studying why some people develop Parkinson's Disease, say scientists from Dundee University.
Worms share 50% of their genes with humans, including those involved with inherited Parkinson's.
Parkinson’s Disease - Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment
Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disease caused by progressive dopamine brain cells loss. Symptoms of Parkinson’s disease are correctable to an extent.
Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disease caused by progressive dopamine brain cells loss. Symptoms of Parkinson’s disease are correctable to an extent.
"Research leading to an eventual cure for Parkinson' s disease is a daunting task and requires a very broad and multidisciplinary approach," BBC News quoted lead researcher Dr Anton Gartner.
Several genes, including one known as LRRK2, have been linked to the hereditary form of Parkinson's Disease.
Scientists May Have The Answer To Parkinsons
Parkinson's disease is a progressive disorder that often deteriorates movement.
Parkinson's disease is a progressive disorder that often deteriorates movement.
"It's fascinating that such a simple animal as a worm can be an excellent model for Parkinson's researchers to study what happens in specific nerve cells," said Dr Kieran Breen, from the Parkinson's Disease Society, which funded the study.
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Make Treatment of Parkinsons More Affordable, Doctors Plead
The Parkinson's disease occurs when certain nerve cells in the brain, called the substantia nigra, die or become impaired.
The Parkinson's disease occurs when certain nerve cells in the brain, called the substantia nigra, die or become impaired.
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C. Elegans Genes Identified That Slow Ageing and Prevent Cancer
A study on C. elegans roundworms has uncovered genes that delay ageing and also protects against cancer.
A study on C. elegans roundworms has uncovered genes that delay ageing and also protects against cancer.
