Science Daily·3 min read·medium
Two new compounds could reveal hidden drivers of Alzheimer’s disease
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Researchers have developed new tool compounds to selectively inhibit the TAOK-1 protein, which is linked to Alzheimer's disease. This advancement provides scientists with a more precise method to study the biological drivers of the condition, potentially paving the way for future drug development.
Alzheimer's disease is the leading cause of dementia and currently affects more than seven million people in the United States. Some available treatments can slow the disease, but most primarily address symptoms, and none can cure it.
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