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"Breakthrough Study Identifies Promising Drug Target for Alzheimer's Based on Largest Genetic Risk Factor"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Medical Xpress

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Scientists at Gladstone Institutes have discovered that neurons producing the APOE4 gene variant release an immune signaling molecule called HMGB1 at higher rates, which activates brain immune cells called microglia, leading to inflammation and neurodegeneration. By blocking the release of HMGB1 with experimental drugs, mouse models showed reduced microglial activation and neurodegeneration. This finding suggests that targeting HMGB1 could be a potential drug target for treating APOE4-related Alzheimer's disease.