Friday, May 8, 2020

Protein shredder regulates fat metabolism in the brain

A protein shredder that occurs in cell membranes of brain cells apparently also indirectly regulates the fat metabolism. The shredder, known as gamma-secretase, is considered a possible target for drugs against cancer and Alzheimer's disease. However, the results suggest that such agents may have long-range effects that need to be watched closely.

from Health & Medicine News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2020/05/200508112912.htm

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