The level of amyloid (IMAGE) Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Caption The level of amyloid (white shades in area encircled by green dotted lines) - the protein thought to drive neurodegeneration in AD, is high in the brain of AD mouse (left) and reduces after the administration of the genome editing therapy throughout the brain (right). Credit HKUST Usage Restrictions No License Original 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.