Gene Therapy Shows Promise (2023)

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Gene Therapy for Alzheimer’s Disease

Gene Therapy Shows Promise (2023)

  • What’s New? Researchers are experimenting with gene therapy, which involves editing genes to stop the brain from building up harmful amyloid plaques, a major cause of Alzheimer’s. They are using a technology called CRISPR to make these genetic changes.
  • Why It’s Important: If this works, it could be a way to prevent Alzheimer’s before it even starts, or slow it down significantly in people already showing signs.

Simple Takeaway:

Scientists are trying to change genes in the brain to stop Alzheimer’s from happening or to slow it down.