Abstract
The buildup of Abeta and tau is believed to directly cause or contribute to the progressive cognitive deficits characteristic of Alzheimer disease. However, the molecular pathways linking Abeta and tau accumulation to learning and memory deficits remain elusive. There is growing evidence that soluble forms of Abeta and tau can obstruct learning and memory by interfering with several signaling cascades. In this review, I will present data showing that the mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) may play a role in Abeta and tau induced neurodegeneration.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 941-952 |
Number of pages | 12 |
Journal | Frontiers in Bioscience - Scholar |
Volume | 4 S |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 2012 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- AD
- Abeta
- Alzheimer's disease
- Autophagy
- Learning and memory
- PS1
- Plaques
- Rapamycin
- Review
- Tangles
- Tau
- mTOR
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
- General Immunology and Microbiology