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The inhibition of the Aβ-ASC interaction site suppresses β-amyloid aggregation and cytotoxicity

  • By

  • Lan Zhao

  • Xue Xia

  • Siqi Wang

  • Rui Liu

  • Zhenjiang Liu

  • Dong Sun

  • Xianghui Yu

  • Hui Wu

  • May 13, 2026

  • 0 min

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    The study identifies the Aβ-ASC interaction site, particularly residues 29-42 of Aβ, as crucial for enhancing β-amyloid aggregation in Alzheimer's disease.

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    Nanoparticle vaccines targeting the Aβ-ASC interaction were developed, successfully generating antibodies that inhibit Aβ aggregation and reduce neurotoxicity.

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    The Ferritin-based Aβ vaccine elicited a strong immune response without triggering Aβ-specific T-cell responses, indicating its potential safety.

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    Immunization with the formulated nanoparticles resulted in antibodies that effectively blocked Aβ-ASC binding and protected neuronal cells from Aβ oligomers.

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    Targeting the Aβ-ASC binding interface presents a promising therapeutic strategy for Alzheimer's disease, potentially altering disease progression.

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The inhibition of the Aβ-ASC interaction site suppresses β-amyloid aggregation and cytotoxicity

  • by Lan Zhao, Xue Xia, Siqi Wang, Rui Liu, Zhenjiang Liu, Dong Sun, Xianghui Yu, Hui Wu

  • May 13, 2026

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