The Science Behind Prions: How Misfolded Proteins Cause TSEs
Prions, enigmatic protein particles, have revolutionized our understanding of infectious diseases. Unlike viruses, bacteria, or other conventional pathogens, prions are simply misfolded proteins with the unique ability to propagate their abnormal structure to normal proteins. These tiny, rogue agents are the culprits behind Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies (TSEs), a group of devastating neurodegenerative disorders affecting both…
