Guest guest Posted May 19, 2006 Report Share Posted May 19, 2006 Home Bad science Technology Talk This week Podcasts Search this site Discovered by chance: protein that repairs optic nerve Ian Sample, science correspondentMonday May 15, 2006The Guardian Neuroscientists have succeeded in repairing damage to optic nerves using a newly identified protein that encourages injured nerve fibres to regenerate. The chance discovery will boost hopes of a future treatment to reverse blindness caused by injuries to the optic nerve from accidents, tumours or common eye conditions such as glaucoma. The researchers hope it will also help the development of therapies for other debilitating conditions, such as stroke and spinal cord injury. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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