Yearly Archives: 2009
Patrick Ivison, quadriplegic surfer, interview on the Today Show
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lEc0gko3ju0
Patrick Ivison, 14 year old quadriplegic surfer, featured on the Today Show March 25, 2009. Patrick was hit by a car and suffered a...
Researchers regenerate axons necessary for voluntary movement
For the first time, researchers have clearly shown regeneration of a critical type of nerve fiber that travels between the brain and the spinal...
Team Regrows Neurons Controlling Movement in Rats
Goal is to one day develop a therapy to help with spinal cord injuries
MONDAY, April 6 (HealthDay News) -- Using genetically engineered cells and...
Chariots of Destiny Organisation
"Chariots of Destiny" is a non-govermental organisation based in Nairobi, Kenya. It was started to create a much-needed difference in the transport sector for...
People with disabilities can still have that drive
For most people, driving is a symbol of independence and freedom. It's also often necessary for work and for obtaining the necessities of life....
University explores stem cell research
A new course of study at California State University Channel Islands this fall will train students to conduct research that could lead to cures...
By Shutting Down Inflammation, Agent Reverses Damage From Spinal Cord Injury In Preclinical Studies
ScienceDaily (Apr. 1, 2009) — Researchers at Georgetown University Medical Center (GUMC) have been able to speed recovery and substantially reduce damage resulting from...
UNH students have Paralympic aspirations
For Taylor Chace, it was an accident in a hockey game when he was 16; an accident that left him with a shattered lower...
Christopher and Dana Reeve Paralysis Act Signed by President Obama as Part of Omnibus...
Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation expresses appreciation to Congressional co-sponsors for passing first legislation specific to the paralysis community
SHORT HILLS, N.J., March 30 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/...
Campaigning for Stem Cells
Brooke Ellison speaks about the controversial issue of stem cell research.
At 11 years old, Brooke Ellison was just like any other kid. She danced,...
