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Cambridge: neural stem cells studied in animal models
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Cambridge neural stem-cell research · Researchers are investigating transplantation of neural stem cells created directly from other cells as a possible way to address long-term myelin loss.
What is being studied
Researchers are investigating transplantation of neural stem cells created directly from other cells as a possible way to address long-term myelin loss.
Research stage
Not tested in people
Research so far is in laboratory cells or animal models.
What we know so far
Early findings suggest the approach may work in animal models of chronic myelin loss. This is not evidence of safety or benefit in people.
What this means for patients today
The cell approach has not been tested in people with MS. Delivery and safety questions remain before a human study could be considered.
- Treatment or approach
- Transplanting neural stem cells
- How it is intended to work
- Transplants specially created neural stem cells
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