Researchers have developed a new method of specializing human stem cells and purifying them into interneurons
A spinal cord injury can lead to a life-changing disability. There may be a loss of movement and sensation below the area of the injury. There are many scientific advancements aimed at restoring function after spinal cord injury, from drugs to transplantation.
The use of stem cells to create new neurons can be a promising way to replace damaged ones. The Centre for Gene Therapy & Regenerative Medicine at King’s College London and the Centre for Neurodevelopment hope to improve this approach with new research that aims to provide pure populations of neuronal cells made from stem cell.
The spinal cord has a delicate structure. Neurons carry messages between your brain and the rest of your system to allow for movement and sensation. Interneurons are the cells responsible for relaying information from your brain to other neurons. Researchers have shown in the past that transplanting ventral spinal interneuron cells to treat spinal injury in animal models results in a promising recovery of motor and sensory function.
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