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In laboratory studies, removing the enzyme from neurons significantly reduced amyloid plaques, one of the main biological hallmarks of Alzheimer's, and may also help the brain better resist damage linked to the disease.

From Science Daily • May 20, 2026

The piece had all the hallmarks of a splashy and ultimately viral story.

From Slate • May 5, 2026

Though the government and central bank typically don’t say when they intervene in currency markets, traders and analysts said the move had all the hallmarks of an intervention.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

Bourzgui’s David has all the hallmarks of a rock idol — sultry looks, a sinister smile and talent to burn.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Key hallmarks of this transition included the development of agriculture, metallurgy, complex technology, centralized government, and writing.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond