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Description
Beta-amyloid is a fragment of protein that is a focus of research on Alzheimer's disease. Some forms of beta-amyloid are toxic to nerve cells, and if not cleared from the brain, beta-amyloid forms clumps known as amyloid plaques, one of the characteristic brain changes associated with Alzheimer's disease.
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| Effective start/end date | 1/1/13 → … |
Funding
- National Alzheimer's Association
ASJC Scopus Subject Areas
- Clinical Neurology
- Neurology
- Health(social science)
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