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New antibody substantially reduces damage in acute spinal cord injuries

New antibody substantially reduces damage in acute spinal cord injuries

Researchers at the Centre for Eye Research Australia (CERA) and the University of Melbourne have shown that a new antibody can reverse the damage caused by trauma to the central nervous system.

The research team, led by Drs Yona Goldshmit and Alice Pébay, showed that by administering this novel antibody soon after the injury occurred, it was possible to preserve nerve cells and limit the amount of scarring, while substantially reducing the losses in motor function.

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