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Possible treatment for Wilson’s disease unexpectedly identified

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Scientists report encouraging preclinical results of a small molecule called DPM-1001 that robustly reduces copper levels in cells and tissues. It is a potential treatment for Wilson’s disease, a serious genetic illness.

Dr. Nicholas Tonks describes how the serendipity that is inherent to basic research played its part.

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