News tagged with demyelinating diseases

New nanoscale imaging may lead to new treatments for multiple sclerosis

Laboratory studies by chemical engineers at UC Santa Barbara may lead to new experimental methods for early detection and diagnosis -- and to possible treatments -- for pathological tissues that are precursors ...

Nanotechnology / Bio & Medicine

created May 23, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 1 | with audio podcast

Scientists identify 2 genes as potential therapeutic targets for multiple sclerosis

A Mayo Clinic study has found that two genes in mice were associated with good central nervous system repair in multiple sclerosis (MS). These findings give researchers new hope for developing more effective therapies for ...

Medicine & Health / Genetics

created Sep 11, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

One size does not fit all: A new look at therapies

Statins, a commonly prescribed class of drugs used by millions worldwide to effectively lower blood cholesterol levels, may actually have a negative impact in Multiple Sclerosis (MS) patients treated with high daily dosages.

Medicine & Health / Medical research

created May 26, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0