Impact of Cathepsin D on Alpha-Synuclein Processing and Toxicity in Vivo
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This study explores how varying levels of Cathepsin D influence the processing, aggregation, and toxicity of alpha-synuclein in vivo. Conducted by leading researchers from South Korea, Canada, and the UK, the research highlights the critical role of Cathepsin D in neurodegenerative disease mechanisms. Presented in Molecular Brain in 2009, this work underscores its significance in understanding protein misfolding and aggregation in neurodegenerative conditions, offering potential insights for therapeutic interventions.
Impact of Cathepsin D on Alpha-Synuclein Processing and Toxicity in Vivo
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Editor-in-Chief: Bong-KiunKaang (South Korea), Min Zhuo (Canada), Tim Bliss (UK) 2012 Molecular Brain Award Michael Schlossmacher, M.D. Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, University of Ottawa, Canada Cathepsin D expression level affects alpha- synucleinprocessing, aggregation, and toxicity in vivo Molecular Brain 2009, 2:5 www.molecularbrain.com www.biomedcentral.com