Mayo Clinic June 3, 2024
The brain is a critical, complex organ and intricate diseases affect it. Mayo Clinic researchers are leading discoveries into many conditions, including cancer, Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, as well as how the brain fundamentally works. Eight research advancements led by neuroscience experts include:
Researchers discover new molecular drug targets for progressive neurological disorder
Progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) is an uncurable brain disorder marked by walking and balance difficulties. Its symptoms mimic Parkinson’s disease and dementia. Mayo researchers and collaborators have outlined new therapeutic targets that may lead to future treatments for PSP as well as Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders.
“This research enhances our understanding of progressive supranuclear palsy and other related, incurable neurological disorders,” says the...
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