Researchers develop compound 10 to slow Alzheimer's disease progression

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ETH Zurich Jun 8 2026 Researchers from ETH Zurich have developed an active ingredient that slows down the progression of typical Alzheimer’s symptoms in mice. This new substance protects nerve cells and could in future alleviate the suffering of Alzheimer’s patients. The active ingredient also shows anti-aging effects. "Compound 10" is how Ursula Quitterer refers to the chemical compound that her team has developed and which could slow down the progression of Alzheimer's disease. Quitterer is