Enzyme is key to hallmark of Alzheimer's-- moves to block it underway
Scientists at Johns Hopkins have shown that a specific enzyme in the brain is essential for nerve cells to form a hallmark of Alzheimer's disease

Key enzyme responsible for fat development discovered
A little-studied enzyme has been discovered to play a crucial role in adding fat to the body

Enzyme therapy provides hope of first effective treatment for Pompe disease
An enzyme therapy developed by Duke University researchers has been shown to improve heart and muscular functions -- and therefore prolong and enhance quality of life

Study pinpoints an enzyme key to both male and female sexual dysfunction -- along with a potential treatment
Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania and other institutions have identified an enzyme that appears to play a key role in bringing on sexual dysfunction in both men and women

Natural anti-viral enzyme helps keep cancer cells alive, researchers find
A molecule that cells normally use to fight viruses is also involved in keeping cancer cells alive, researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have discovered.

Enzyme defect leads to hyperinsulinism
A recent study in the Journal of Biological Chemistry confirms that mutations in an enzyme called glutamate dehydrogenase can cause congenital hyperinsulinism.

K-state professors discover enzyme responsible for creation of a beetle's hard shell
Researchers think their discovery of the enzyme involved in the hardening of a beetle's exoskeleton or cuticle could lead not only to better pest control, but also help create similar strong, lightweight materials for use in aircraft and armor.

Scientists Take 'snapshots' Of Enzyme Action
Scientists have determined the atomic crystal structure and functional mechanism of an enzyme essential for eliminating unwanted, non-nutritional compounds such as drugs, industrial chemicals, and toxic compounds from the body.

New understanding of COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes could revise classification of pain meds
News: COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes may be blocked by pain medications such as Advil and Vioxx in a more complex manner than was previously understood, a study has found.

Enzyme action creates protein linked to Alzheimer's disease
Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have defined a key step in the production of beta-amyloid, a short protein that is thought to be responsible for the development of Alzheimer's disease. Understanding this step may aid in the discovery of drug