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Patent Inventor Names
Ben A. Barres0
Beth A. Stevens0
Date of Patent
April 3, 2012
0Patent Application Number
116360010
Date Filed
December 8, 2006
0Patent Citations Received
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Patent abstract
C1q is shown to be expressed in neurons, where it acts as a signal for synapse elimination. Methods are provided for protecting or treating an individual suffering from adverse effects of synapse loss. These findings have broad implications for a variety of clinical conditions, including Alzheimer's disease.
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