Researchers Generate and Track Development of Myelin Producing Brain Cells
Researchers have successfully created stem cell derived brain cells which can generate oligodendrocytes, neurons and astrocytes. ... Read More...
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Shedding Light on Brain Cell Changes in Multiple Sclerosis
A new study sheds light on brain cells implicated in multiple sclerosis. Researchers found there are several types of oligodendrocytes, and the ratio of these cells differ significantly in those with MS. The findings could help develop new targeted treatments for progressive multiple sclerosis.... Read More...
Helping Cells to Help Themselves May Benefit Multiple Sclerosis
Researchers have discovered how the body is able to initiate repair mechanisms which can limit the extent of damage to the myelin sheath. The findings could help with the development of new therapies for multiple sclerosis.... Read More...
New Insight Into the Process of New Neuron Generation in the Adult Brain
Researchers discover the protein nestin produced in astrocytes plays a role in inhibiting neural differentiation. The study reports nestin does not control adult neurogenesis by acting within neural stem cells, but by regulating Notch signals neural stem cells receive from astrocytes. ... Read More...
Study Reveals What May Prevent Remyelination
Study reveals PRRX1 gene expression results in cell cycle arrest and quiescence of oligodendrocyte progenitors, blocking myelin production.... Read More...
Improving Understanding of the Formation of New Neurons in the Mammalian Adult Brain
Researchers have developed an innovative approach to identifying novel cellular targets and pathways involved in wiring adult born neurons into existing brain circuits.... Read More...
Discovery Opens New Opportunities to Slow or Reverse Multiple Sclerosis
Researchers report oligodendrocytes may be critical to the remyelination process.... Read More...
New Clues to Origin and Progression of Multiple Sclerosis
A new study sheds light on the role oligodendrocytes play in the development and progression of multiple sclerosis.... Read More...
How Autism Associated Gene Affects the Brain
CHD8, a gene associated with autism plays a significant role in oligodendrocyte development, researchers report. ... Read More...
Shedding Light on the Underlying Cause of Stroke
A new study reveals the drug QNZ-46 may help to protect patients at risk of stroke.... Read More...
Glial Cells Play Key Role in Regulating Motivation for Drug in Heroin Addiction
Researchers report in glial cells, drug induced plasticity can reduce the motivation for heroin. The findings could help develop new treatments for opioid addiction.... Read More...
Taurine Lends Hand to Repair Cells Damaged in Multiple Sclerosis
Researchers report taurine may help to boost remyelination in multiple sclerosis patients.... Read More...