Current Biology
Volume 22, Issue 7, 10 April 2012, Pages R221-R223
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Axon Degeneration: Where the Wlds Things Are

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Summary

Expression of the Wlds protein significantly delays axon degeneration in injuries and diseases, but the mechanism for this protection is unknown. Two recent reports present evidence that axonal mitochondria are required for WldS-mediated axon protection.

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