Scientists may have overlooked a hidden Alzheimer's culprit for decades

Researchers at UC Santa Cruz are highlighting a largely overlooked peptide called P3 that could also play a role in Alzheimer's disease. Previously believed harmless, P3 can reportedly form harmful-looking protein clumps even faster than amyloid beta and may damage brain cells. Decades of research and billions in treatments have focused on amyloid beta, often with disappointing results.

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