New research reveals a mitochondrial gene that protects against dementia and other diseases of aging

(University of Southern California) New research from USC has uncovered a previously unknown genetic risk factor for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. The study provides insights on how these conditions, and other diseases of aging, might one day be treated and prevented.
Source: EurekAlert! - Social and Behavioral Science - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news