Scientists Testing Potential Alzheimer's Drug Make Unexpected Discovery
Summary
Scientists in Russia found that a compound they created in the lab, called HAEE, already exists naturally in the human body. They discovered that people with Alzheimer's disease have much lower levels of HAEE, suggesting this compound could help diagnose and maybe treat the disease.Key Facts
- Researchers were looking for ways to prevent Alzheimer's disease.
- They developed a compound called HAEE to stop harmful protein buildup in the brain.
- HAEE was found to form a complex with amyloid-beta protein, preventing it from clumping.
- In 2021, scientists found HAEE naturally occurs in human blood.
- People with Alzheimer's have lower levels of HAEE than healthy individuals.
- This is the first time a lab-created small protein was found naturally in the body.
- HAEE might be used as a biomarker, which is a sign to detect Alzheimer's early.
- Scientists are studying how HAEE might help protect the brain and treat Alzheimer's.
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