New therapeutic strategy designed to help lower cholesterol levels (IMAGE)

University of Barcelona

New therapeutic strategy designed to help lower cholesterol levels

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A study led by the University of Barcelona and the University of Oregon presents a new methodology — based on molecules known as polypurine hairpins — capable of acting on the PCSK9 protein, a known therapeutic target for reducing blood cholesterol.

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Biochemical Pharmacology

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