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Scientists identify cell vulnerability ‘finge - EurekAlert


<p>A new study from Van Andel Institute scientists offers a first look into the complex molecular changes that occur in brain cells with Lewy bodies, which are key pathological hallmarks of Parkinson&rsquo;s disease and some dementias. The findings, published in the journal <em>Nature Communications</em>, reveal that brain cells with Lewy bodies exhibit a specific gene expression pattern akin to a disease-related fingerprint.</p>

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