Sorting protein in neurons defends against neurodegenerative disease
VPS35 is a novel critical component of tau metabolism and the pathology of neurodegenerative diseases. ... Read More...
VPS35
Break in Working Relationship Between Two Trash Clearing Proteins May Result in Parkinson’s Disease
According to a new study, when two debris clearing proteins don't work together as they should, Parkinson's disease can occur. ... Read More...
Study Points to Possible Cause and Treatment for Non-familial Parkinson’s
Researchers identify a protein trafficking defect within brain cells that may underlie common non-familial forms of Parkinson’s disease. The study implicates two genetic variants that disrupt protein sorting in neurons.... Read More...