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Genetic shield against neurodegeneration

PNAS Science Sessions

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Exploring the Protective Effects of HLA and its Association with Neurodegenerative Diseases

Exploring the significance of HLA genes in the immune system, this chapter delves into how they bind pathogen fragments and contribute to genetic diversity. The speaker highlights their research on the protective effect of the HLA D4 subtype against Parkinson's disease and their ongoing collaboration on studying HLA's association with Alzheimer's disease.

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