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Alzheimer's tau protein has a surprising secret role in memory

ScienceDaily Health 12 Jul 2026 1 views

Researchers found that tau is essential for turning new experiences into lasting memories by helping organize the brain's memory-storing cells. The mouse study also revealed how abnormal tau may contribute to Alzheimer's by disrupting both the formation of new memories and the recall of existing ones.

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