Amyloid Diagram (IMAGE) University of Washington Caption In this diagram, a normal protein begins to convert into a toxic, intermediate state (above center). The UW's compound can bind with the toxic species and neutralize it (below center), preventing amyloid fibrils from forming. Credit U of Washington Usage Restrictions Photo credit required. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.