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The image is a cervical spine MRI with enhancement showing multiple sclerosis.

·June 24, 2013·3 min read

Absence of Gene Leads to Earlier, More Severe Case of Multiple Sclerosis

A new study identifies a possible genetic mechanism that causes a quicker progression of multiple sclerosis. The absence of Tob1 in CD4+ T cells is key to early onset of a more aggressive form of MS.

This is an MRI of patient with cancer in the occipital lobe.

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·August 12, 2013·3 min read

There’s Life After Radiation for Brain Cells

Researchers suggest neural stem cells could be resistant to radiation. The stem cells could be roused from a hibernation-like state in order to reproduce and generate new cells which have the ability to migrate, replace injured cells and restore lost function.

This image shows the proposed role of myelinophagy in a Schwann cell after nerve injury and axon degeneration.

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·July 6, 2015·4 min read

Schwann Cells Clear Damaged Myelin and Guide Regeneration Following Nerve Damage

A new study reveals how Schwann cells in the PNS degrade myelin following nerve injury.

Image illustrates how demyelination and remyelination occur.

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·September 3, 2015·3 min read

Researchers Reveal Molecular Mechanism Behind Remyelination

A new study outlines the mechanism involved in remyelination.

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·January 26, 2016·4 min read

Study Details Source of Mental Problems Associated with Multiple Sclerosis

A new study sheds light on how damage in the brain caused by MS may explain the cognitive decline associated with the disease.

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·February 1, 2016·4 min read

Faster Diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis With New MRI Technique

Researchers have developed a new technique with uses MRI scanners to look for evidence of multiple sclerosis in the brain.

This set of works depicts the ecosystem of gut bacteria which help keep us healthy.

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·April 20, 2016·3 min read

Combinations of Gut Bacteria Affects Myelin Content and Brain Function

According to researchers, targeting specific gut bacteria could be a way to treat demyelinating diseases, like multiple sclerosis.

Image shows a demylinated lesion from a spinal cord.

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·October 6, 2016·6 min read

Replacing Myelin Protects Neurons and Restores Function in Multiple Sclerosis: Mouse Study

Researchers have succeeded in regenerating myelin in mouse models of multiple sclerosis, protecting neurons from the disease and helping to restore function.

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·December 8, 2016·5 min read

New Clues to Myelination Could Help Identify Ways to Intervene in Neurodegenerative Diseases

Researchers discovered an important component of myelination following birth that could help treat neurodegenerative diseases.

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·February 9, 2017·5 min read

Anti-Cell Death Agent A Potential Treatment For Vision Loss in MS

ST266 produces an anti-inflammatory effect and can help preserve cells in the optic nerve, a new study reports.

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·April 21, 2017·3 min read

Preliminary Study Suggests Possible New Treatment for MS

According to researchers, a small preliminary study could show promise for a new treatment for those with primary progressive multiple sclerosis.

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·May 10, 2017·3 min read

Study Establishes Extent of Neuron Loss in Brains of People With Multiple Sclerosis

Researchers report demyelination may not be as good an indicator of the progression of MS as previously thought.

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demyelination

Absence of Gene Leads to Earlier, More Severe Case of Multiple Sclerosis

There’s Life After Radiation for Brain Cells

Schwann Cells Clear Damaged Myelin and Guide Regeneration Following Nerve Damage

Researchers Reveal Molecular Mechanism Behind Remyelination

Study Details Source of Mental Problems Associated with Multiple Sclerosis

Faster Diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis With New MRI Technique

Combinations of Gut Bacteria Affects Myelin Content and Brain Function

Replacing Myelin Protects Neurons and Restores Function in Multiple Sclerosis: Mouse Study

New Clues to Myelination Could Help Identify Ways to Intervene in Neurodegenerative Diseases

Anti-Cell Death Agent A Potential Treatment For Vision Loss in MS

Preliminary Study Suggests Possible New Treatment for MS

Study Establishes Extent of Neuron Loss in Brains of People With Multiple Sclerosis

Wasabi Compound Enhances Memory

Genes Associated with Earlier and Higher Reproduction Linked to Accelerated Aging

Novel Multiple Sclerosis Treatment Shows Promise

Brain’s Response to Crucial Language Hub Removal: New Insights

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