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Network analyses reveal novel aspects of ALS pathogenesis.
PLoS genetics - 1 Mar 2015
Sanhueza Mario, Chai Andrea, Smith Colin, McCray Brett A, Simpson T Ian, Taylor J Paul, Pennetta Giuseppa
Abstract excerpt
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a fatal neurodegenerative disease characterized by selective loss of motor neurons, muscle atrophy and paralysis. Mutations in the human VAMP-associated protein B (hVAPB) cause a heterogeneous group of motor neuron diseases including ALS8. Despite extensive research, the molecular mechanisms underlying ALS pathogenesis remain largely unknown. Genetic screens for key...
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