Brain's metabolic shift explains why APOE4 gene carriers have higher Alzheimer's risk

Brain's metabolic shift explains why APOE4 gene carriers have higher Alzheimer's risk

Researchers from Aarhus University have identified why the gene APOE4 carries a significantly higher risk of developing Alzheimer's disease—a major breakthrough for possible treatment. The study also proves, for the first time, that brain cells can change their "diet" as we age. The findings are published in the journal Nature Metabolism.