Tag: Nanoparticles
‘Dancing Molecules’ Successfully Repair Severe Spinal Cord Injuries
After single injection, paralyzed animals regained ability to walk within four weeks
Northwestern University investigators have developed a new injectable therapy that harnesses “dancing molecules”...
Nanoparticles promote functional healing following spinal cord injury
Novel approach also shows promise for autoimmune diseases
Paralyzing damage in spinal cord injury (SCI) is often caused by the zealous immune response to the...
An ‘EpiPen’ for spinal cord injuries
ANN ARBOR—An injection of nanoparticles can prevent the body’s immune system from overreacting to trauma, potentially preventing some spinal cord injuries from resulting in...
Nanoparticles Ease Inflammation In Mice With Spinal Cord Injuries
Drug Delivery: Overactive immune cells swallow Trojan horse nanoparticles that carry anti-inflammatory drugs
The human immune system can be an overenthusiastic caregiver. In a spinal...
Chitosan Offers Hope For Spinal Injury Patients
Richard Borgens and his colleagues from the Center for Paralysis Research at the Purdue School of Veterinary Medicine have a strong record of inventing...
