Cornell researchers find protein "Eato" in fruit flies may protect brain cells and help combat Alzheimer's.

Researchers at Cornell University discovered that a protein called "Eato," found in fruit flies, protects brain cells and helps clean up damaged neurons. Initially thought to be involved in metabolism, Eto also aids in removing harmful molecules linked to Alzheimer's disease. This dual role could provide new therapeutic paths for treating neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.