I've been out of town and not able to post much but noticed the below in science news and wanted to share and get see if anyone k iws more about it.
Alzheimer’s drug turns back clock in powerhouse of cell
Researchers identify molecular target of J147, which is nearing clinical trials to treat Alzheimer’s disease
Date:
January 9, 2018
Source:
Salk Institute for Biological Studies
Summary:
The experimental drug J147 is something of a modern elixir of life; it's been shown to treat Alzheimer's disease and reverse aging in mice and is almost ready for clinical trials in humans. Now scientists have solved the puzzle of what, exactly, J147 does. They report that the drug binds to a protein found in mitochondria, the energy-generating powerhouses of cells. In turn, they showed, it makes aging cells, mice and flies appear more youthful.