Amyloid (IMAGE) University of Washington Caption An abnormal protein, left, is intercepted by the UW's compound that can bind to the toxic protein and neutralize it, as shown at right. Credit U of Washington Usage Restrictions Photo credit required. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.