The small GTPase Rit2 modulates LRRK2 kinase activity, is required for lysosomal function and protects against alpha-synuclein neuropathology

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Rit2 protein clears toxic alpha-synuclein clumps from nerve cells

PARKINSON'S NEWS TODAY, 05 Jun 2023

The Rit2 protein clears toxic forms of the alpha-synuclein protein from nerve cells, where it manifests as a hallmark symptom…

Study proves the protective function of the RIT2 gene

NewsBeezer, 25 May 2023

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Une étude prouve la fonction protectrice du gène RIT2

Nouvelles du monde, 25 May 2023

La maladie de Parkinson est la deuxième maladie neurodégénérative la plus répandue dans le monde, touchant deux à trois pour…

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Tageszeitung.it, 21 May 2023

Parkinson ist die zweithäufigste neurodegenerative Erkrankung der Welt: Zwei bis drei Prozent der Menschen über 60 Jahre sind…

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