Parkinson's-linked protein may sabotage the brain's waste disposal system

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A protein's shape can make all the difference between keeping the body running smoothly and contributing to disease. A protein called α-synuclein (α-syn), under normal conditions, helps neurons release neurotransmitters by interacting with tiny structures called synaptic vesicles at the ends of nerve cells. The accumulation of misfolded versions of the same protein can lead to Parkinson's…

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