Research in yeast leads to serendipitous finding about a central nervous system disorder

(Salk Institute) Researchers from the Salk Institute found that an important quality control mechanism in baker's yeast is closely connected to hypomyelinating leukodystrophy, a debilitating disease found in children. The findings could indicate a therapeutic approach for this rare disease, as well as for multiple sclerosis and other neurodegenerative diseases.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news