The p3 peptide, Aβ(17-40/42), rapidly forms amyloid fibrils by secondary nucleation which cross-seeds with full-length Aβ peptide. Furthermore, p3 annular and oligomer structures are cytotoxic, disrupt membrane integrity and form ion-channel pores.
- Yao Tian
- Andrea P. Torres-Flores
- John H. Viles