British scientists have discovered the genes responsible for the development of Alzheimer's disease
Two key genes that are responsible for the occurrence of the disease were detected during the 16-year career and led experts to revisit the theory of the disease, as well as to understand its causes.
Both genes discovered previously attributed only to the protective effect of brain function. Now, however, it became clear that the slightest change can alter their actions to the contrary.
According to scientists, these genes may simply begin to harm brain cells. Results of the study were complemented by French scientists who discovered a third gene that affects the appearance of the disease. All open genes involved in the violation of cholesterol in the human body, according to DNI.RU.
Scientists hope this discovery will allow to develop new therapies and diagnostics, as well as create new medicines.
"If we can neutralize the effect of these genes, we reduce the number suffering from the disease by about 20%," - noted professor of the University of Wales.
As reported by BBC, at the moment, scientists are going to conduct a study involving 60,000 people. In the new tests, experts want to study the genetic mechanisms of disease onset. According to specialists, most Alzheimer's disease affects more than 26 million people in the world. A few decades the number could grow to 100 million.
The disease is considered incurable, and existing medicines and treatments only slow down the processes that are still evolving. Over time, the patient loses memory, basic life skills and the ability to navigate in space.
Recall that earlier in the event of illness blamed on another gene, which has frequently been the object of research. In addition, the causes of the disease, scientists believed the complex factors, among which were called genes, lifestyle and emotional upsets the patient.
Two key genes that are responsible for the occurrence of the disease were detected during the 16-year career and led experts to revisit the theory of the disease, as well as to understand its causes.
Both genes discovered previously attributed only to the protective effect of brain function. Now, however, it became clear that the slightest change can alter their actions to the contrary.
According to scientists, these genes may simply begin to harm brain cells. Results of the study were complemented by French scientists who discovered a third gene that affects the appearance of the disease. All open genes involved in the violation of cholesterol in the human body, according to DNI.RU.
Scientists hope this discovery will allow to develop new therapies and diagnostics, as well as create new medicines.
"If we can neutralize the effect of these genes, we reduce the number suffering from the disease by about 20%," - noted professor of the University of Wales.
As reported by BBC, at the moment, scientists are going to conduct a study involving 60,000 people. In the new tests, experts want to study the genetic mechanisms of disease onset. According to specialists, most Alzheimer's disease affects more than 26 million people in the world. A few decades the number could grow to 100 million.
The disease is considered incurable, and existing medicines and treatments only slow down the processes that are still evolving. Over time, the patient loses memory, basic life skills and the ability to navigate in space.
Recall that earlier in the event of illness blamed on another gene, which has frequently been the object of research. In addition, the causes of the disease, scientists believed the complex factors, among which were called genes, lifestyle and emotional upsets the patient.
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