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University of Exeter part of largest genetic study of Alzheimer's, which found new DNA risks

The University of Exeter says it took part in a large international genetic study of Alzheimer's disease that identified new DNA risk factors.

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Why it matters: The University of Exeter is among the participants in an international Alzheimer's genetics study that, it says, identified new DNA risks.

The University of Exeter said it was part of what it described as the largest genetic study on Alzheimer's disease, which identified new DNA risks.

According to the university, the large-scale international study provides new insights for understanding Alzheimer's disease and for developing future treatments.

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Scott James, Research and Innovation Editor

The University of Exeter is among the participants in an international Alzheimer's genetics study that, the university says, identified new DNA risks; it presents the findings as offering insights for understanding the disease and developing future treatments.

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