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An alternate theory for what causes Alzheimer's disease—by Iqbal Pittawala

An alternate theory for what causes Alzheimer's disease—by Iqbal Pittawala

Alzheimer's disease, the most common cause of dementia among the elderly, is characterized by plaques and tangles in the brain, with most efforts at finding a cure focused on these abnormal structures. But a research team has identified alternate chemistry that could account for the various pathologies associated with the disease.