For the first time ever, stem cells from umbilical cords have been converted into other types of cells, paving the way for new treatment options for spinal cord injuries and multiple sclerosis, among other nervous system diseases.

University of Central Florida (US) team successfully uses stem cells to grow neuromuscular junctions between human muscle cells and human spinal cord cells.

The kitchen spice rack may contain non-drug therapies for progressive neurological disorders that damage or destroy the function of neurons.

University of California (US) team identifies more than 70 genes involved in regenerating nerves after injury.

Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) reduces the interference between learning facts and motor skills in quick succession, to promote subsequent recall.

German researchers have successfully produced central nervous system cells from neural stem cells of the peripheral nervous system

Caspases, a family of enzymes, play a role in the inflammatory process associated with Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Diseases.

Spirulina, a blue-green algae and ancient foodstuff, may exert neuroprotective effects, in a laboratory model of ALS.

Neuronal exhaustion can lead to premature cell death, potentially triggering the onset of Parkinson’s symptoms.

Team from UC Irvine, UC San Diego and Harvard University (US) has induced robust regeneration of nerve connections that control voluntary movement after spinal cord injury.