TPM21

TPM 21 is a protein found in the human brain. It blocks the neurotoxin abeta, also known as the beta-amyloid peptide, which is responsible for starting alzheimers. This new break through could lead to a treatment of the disorder in the next decade.

References

  • Protein blocks Alzheimer's toxins in lab tests. CBC News Posted: Apr 27, 2006 1:46 PM ET
  • "TMP21 is a presenilin complex component that modulates - but not e-secretase activity." Nature 440: 1208-12.
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