<![CDATA[Scientists are ready to treat Parkinson’s with stem cells]]>
Scientists are ready to treat Parkinson’s with stem cells

“Researchers think they’ve found a way to more permanently treat an incurable movement disorder, by transplanting reprogrammed neurons made from stem cells into patients’ brains.

Scientists working in Japan published a study in Nature on August 30 that showed they could successfully create these dopamine-producing neurons in the lab, and transplant them into macaque monkeys with a disease similar to Parkinson’s. These monkeys showed better control of their movement without adverse side effects for the two years the experiment continued. The authors believe this work suggests the therapy is ready for human testing…”

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https://qz.com/1065760/scientists-are-ready-to-treat-parkinsons-with-stem-cells/

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