UC Santa Barbara scientists have made a discovery that has the potential for use in the early diagnosis and eventual treatment of plaque-related diseases such as Alzheimer's disease and Type 2 diabetes.

Scientists at UC Santa Barbara and several other institutions have found laboratory evidence that a cluster of peptides may be the toxic agent in Alzheimer's disease. Scientists say the discovery may lead to new drugs for the disease.

WASHINGTON, Jan. 24 /U.S. Newswire/ -- The American Chemical Society, the world's largest scientific society, today launched its newest peer-reviewed publication, ACS Chemical Biology. Led by Editor-in-Chief Laura L.