The Earth Times
13 Mar 2008
Singapore - A team of Singapore scientists has discovered new information about the human brain that could eventually lead to a drug for Alzheimer's disease, a published report said on Thursday. Led by Associate Professor Xiao Zhi Cheng, the team said they uncovered why the brain produces harmful plaque deposits that lead to the onset of Alzheimer's later in life, according to The Straits Times.
Following seven years of work, the researchers noted that the build-up, which dampens vital brain functions, is a by-product of the brain's natural regenerative processes.
The breakthrough has raised hopes that a drug could be developed to prevent the plaque from accumulating.
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