Tuesday, May 01, 2007

Paralyzed Mice Walk Again: Scientists Use Nanotechnology to Mend Broken Spinal Cords

Source: ABC News
Date: May 1, 2007

Summary:

Scientists are using nanotechnology to mend the broken spinal cords of mice. The results of their research could signal the end to diseases in humans, like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's, and enable paralyzed people to walk again, ushering in a new era of medicine -- regenerative medicine.