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Paradigm shift in Alzheimers's research: new treatments

10-15-2007 · EurekAlert!

Groundbreaking new discoveries have opened the door for a new and better understanding of Alzheimer's disease, as one of the most important future public health challenges. This work presented by Thomas Bayer carries the promise of developing new treatments.

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