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What are sticky proteins?

The story mentions 'sticky proteins' accumulating between brain cells. These are often amyloid beta proteins, which form plaques in the brains of people with Alzheimer's. Researchers believe these plaques disrupt brain cell function. Trontinemab is designed to target and remove these proteins, potentially delaying or stopping the disease's progression.

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