Why understanding how spiders spin silk may hold clues for treating Alzheimer’s disease

June 12, 2023

Really, we should envy spiders. Imagine being able to make silk like they do, flinging it around to get from place to place, always having a strong-as-steel safety line or spinning a comfy hammock whenever they need a rest.

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Why understanding how spiders spin silk may hold clues for treating Alzheimer’s disease

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