Engineered Neurons Could Help Treat Parkinson's - Technology Networks

Parkinson’s disease damages a specific class of neuron located in the midbrain. mNow researchers describe a process for converting non-neuronal cells into functioning neurons able to restore capacities undermined by Parkinson’s destruction of dopaminergic cel…

Neurodegenerative diseases damage and destroy neurons, ravaging both mental and physical health. Parkinsons disease, which affects over 10 million people worldwide, is no exception. The most obvious … [+8036 chars]

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