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A little-known protein may be fueling Alzheimer’s — and scientists found a way to block it
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Scientists have identified that an inactive form of the enzyme GRK2 accumulates in the brains of Alzheimer's patients, causing damage to mitochondria. A new experimental compound, 'Compound 10,' has shown promise in blocking this process and slowing nerve cell death in mouse models.
Ursula Quitterer calls it "Compound 10," a chemical substance developed by her research team that could potentially slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease.
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