Master controller regions could be targeted for novel Parkinson’s therapies
Scientists have identified two master controller regions that are essential for alpha-synuclein aggregation and could be targeted by future therapies.
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Scientists have identified two master controller regions that are essential for alpha-synuclein aggregation and could be targeted by future therapies.
Scientists in the US have applied a novel technique to finally unravel a particular kinase enzyme that is associated with familial Parkinson’s disease; providing a clearer potential therapeutic target.
Research into age-related chronic inflammatory disorders has identified an ‘off switch’ on the NLRP3 inflammasome that could be targeted in new therapies.
Research identified a small molecule that targets the mRNA of α-synuclein and prevents the formation of the protein, an approach which could provide novel neurodegeneration therapies.
Research has identified that regions of the brain can regenerate via neural stem cells and the process of neurogenesis which could provide a new avenue for regenerative therapeutics.
Researchers have discovered an enzyme that blocks a genetic pathway that causes Parkinson’s, which could be used as a treatment in the future.
This article highlights five of the latest findings that could be used in the development or design of new therapies to treat Parkinson’s disease.