Animation of synaptic vesicle cycle (VIDEO)

Northwestern University

Caption

Animation shows what happens inside a neuron during the synaptic vesicle cycle and how administering levetiracetam enables APP to remain on the cell’s surface longer, diverting it away from the pathway that produces toxic amyloid‑beta 42 proteins.

Credit

Nalini Rao, Northwestern University

Usage Restrictions

None

License

Original content

Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.