Erythropoietin Holds Promise In The Treatment Of Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal cord injury (SCI) is a two-step process. The primary injury is mechanical, resulting from impact, compression or some other insult to the spinal...
U of L researchers find adult stem cells that could lead to cures, resolve...
University of Louisville researchers have coaxed stem cells from adult mice to change into brain, nerve, heart muscle and pancreatic cells - a discovery...
Nose stem cells to help spinal patients
LONDON, England -- British surgeons hope a new procedure using stem cells from the lining of the nose will help mend severed nerves of...
Support ‘The Ringer’ on Opening Weekend, Dec. 23-25
NDSS Invites the DS Community to Support “The Ringer” on Opening
The National Down Syndrome Society is proud to join the Special Olympics in...
NEW Legal Defense Fund for Disability Activists
Dear Supporters of Disability Rights and Services:
We are asking you today for your financial support for a Disability Activist Legal Defense and Education Fund...
Senate Passes Adapted Housing Grant Bill to Help Veterans
(Washington, DC) During a marathon session of voting on Thursday, the U.S. Senate passed legislation which will help disabled veterans who live with family...
New Microfluidic Device for Nerve Cells May Aid Efforts for Neurodegenerative Disorders, Spinal Cord...
Study enables imaging inside living neurons
IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 1, 2005 - A new, easily manufactured microfluidic chamber will allow scientists to examine axons in...
U of L researcher reverses spinal cord damage in rats
Ms. Wheelchair Kentucky Michelle Bazeley believes that she will see a cure for spinal cord injuries in her lifetime.
According to the American Academy of...
Christopher Reeve Foundation Commemorates First Anniversary Of Christopher Reeve’s Passing
Foundation to “Go Forward”; Vows to honor legacy and fulfill vision of former Chairman
SHORT HILLS, N.J. – October 10, 2005 – In commemoration of...
Progress Report: the ADA and Employment
July 26th, 2005 marks the 15th anniversary of an important date in history – the enactment of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Since the...
