APP regulates NGF receptor trafficking and NGF-mediated neuronal differentiation and survival.

β-Amyloid precursor protein (APP) is a key factor in Alzheimer's disease (AD) but its physiological function is largely undetermined. APP has been found to regulate retrograde transport of nerve growth factor (NGF), which plays a crucial role in mediating neuronal survival and differentiation....

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Main Authors: Yun-wu Zhang, Yaomin Chen, Yun Liu, Yingjun Zhao, Francesca-Fang Liao, Huaxi Xu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2013-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC3815101?pdf=render