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·January 12, 2020·4 min read

A molecular switch for repairing central nervous system disorders

A global knockout of the thrombin receptor PAR1 accelerates myelin development. The findings could help with the development of treatments for diseases associated with demyelination, like multiple sclerosis.

Image illustrates how demyelination and remyelination occur.

Featured Genetics Neuroscience

·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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·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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·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.

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·August 17, 2020·3 min read

Cashew Shell Compound Appears to Mend Damaged Nerves

Anacardic acid, a compound found in cashew shells, promotes the repair of myelin. The findings could have positive implications for the treatment of diseases, such as multiple sclerosis, that are characterized by demyelination.

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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.

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Featured Neurology

·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.

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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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·December 19, 2018·5 min read

Possible Biomarker for Multiple Sclerosis Identified

Acrolein, a molecule implicated as a metabolic waste product, could be a potential biomarker for multiple sclerosis, researchers report.

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·December 13, 2017·3 min read

Cellular Self Digestion Process Triggers Autoimmune Disease

A new study reveals how autophagy in certain immune cells can lead to the immune system attacking the central nervous system. The findings have implications for the treatment of autoimmune diseases, like multiple sclerosis.

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·October 24, 2017·5 min read

A Little Myelin Goes A Long Way To Restore Nervous System Function

Renewed, thin myelin sheaths are sufficient to help restore nervous system impairments in diseases like multiple sclerosis, a new study in PNAS reports.