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This study reveals that inhibiting a specific enzyme, USP30, in a mouse model can protect dopamine-producing neurons. This finding halts the disease’s progression and opens the door to new therapeutic possibilities for the 10 million people affected by Parkinson’s worldwide.

DOI: 10.1038/s41467-023-42876-1

https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-023-42876-1

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[-] agent_flounder@lemmy.world 6 points 1 year ago

Would be awesome if this pans out. That disease is horrific. It isn't just tremors but also dementia and depression.

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