Tiny Molecule Slows Progression Of Lou Gehrig’s Disease In Mice

December 11 2009

Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have found that a molecule produced naturally by muscles in response to nerve damage can reduce symptoms and prolong life in a mouse model of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). "We believe we can apply this research toward drug development," said Dr...

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