Tuesday, May 02, 2006

Protein's Potential As A Regulator Of Brain Activity Discovered

Source: University of California - Irvine
Posted: May 2, 2006

Summary:

Researchers have found that a protein best known for building connections between nerve cells and muscle also plays a role in controlling brain cell activity. The discovery could lead therapeutic applications in the development of new drugs for treatment of epilepsy and neurodegenerative disorders.

Commentary: Hopefully this discovery will provide scientists with new insight into how to improve brain function and treat neurological disorders, diseases and conditions.

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