Scientists explore accelerating enzymes to treat diseases

Scientists are exploring ways to speed up enzymes, not just block them, to treat diseases. This new approach could offer treatments for conditions where enzymes function too slowly. Researchers have developed a compound that accelerates a specific enzyme linked to a rare neurodegenerative disease. This method might also help treat other disorders like Alzheimer's and certain cancers. The challenge lies in understanding enzyme mechanics deeply to safely increase their speed without causing harm. This research builds on decades of work in enzyme inhibition.