Undiscovered cause of Parkinson’s found for first time by scientists in huge breakthrough
Scientists make major breakthrough in understanding cause of Parkinson’s
- Scientists have identified the structure of the PINK1 protein, a breakthrough with potential implications for Parkinson's disease treatment.
- PINK1 mutations are linked to Parkinson's, particularly early-onset cases, and the research reveals how these mutations disrupt normal cellular processes in the brain.
- The discovery paves the way for developing drugs that could potentially slow or stop Parkinson's progression by targeting PINK1.
- The research also looks at how PINK1 binds to mitochondria – the powerhouse of the cell – and stops it from functioning properly.
- This breakthrough is hailed as a significant step towards understanding Parkinson's and creating new therapeutic strategies, offering hope for those affected.
