Tau Tangles and a Glimmer of Hope for Alzheimer's Treatment For decades, researchers have been searching for ways to combat Alzheimer's disease, which slowly ravages the minds of millions worldwide.
The discovery of a protein called SORLA may help protect the brain from tau damage, offering a glimmer of hope for those affected by Alzheimer's and related dementias.
The problem with tau tangles lies in their ability to twist into toxic clumps that interfere with brain circuits. Normally, tau proteins maintain neuron structure and network formation.