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Karl Herrup
Professor of neurobiology and investigator in the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Author of How Not to Study a Disease: The Story of Alzheimer’s.
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Feb 5, 2025
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Episode 178: Karl Herrup discusses the shortcomings of Alzheimer’s research
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Dr. Karl Herrup, a neurobiologist and author of 'How Not to Study a Disease: The Story of Alzheimer’s,' delves into the critical flaws of the amyloid cascade hypothesis in Alzheimer’s research. He argues that this longstanding theory may be hindering real progress toward a cure. Joined by Dr. Tommy Wood, they discuss the complexities of diagnosing Alzheimer’s, the roles of DNA damage, and the need for innovative approaches to treatment. Herrup emphasizes the importance of rethinking research methods to better understand this multifaceted disease.
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