Cellular Garbage Causes Neurons to Break Down (IMAGE)

NIH/National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

Cellular Garbage Causes Neurons to Break Down

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A genetic mutation linked to ALS prevents motor neurons (pictured above) from getting rid of defective parts.

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Courtesy of Sheng Lab, NINDS, Bethesda, MD

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