Scientists have found a genetic trigger that may help the brain to heal from a range of debilitating conditions, such as strokes, concussions and spinal cord injuries.
Researchers from University of Texas Southwestern Medical Centre, U.S. showed that turning on a gene inside cells called astrocytes results in a smaller scar and potentially more effective recovery from injury.
The research examined spinal injuries in mice but likely has implications for treating a number of brain conditions through gene therapy targeting astrocytes, said Mark Goldberg, from the University of Texas Southwestern.
The study was published in the journal Cell Reports. PTI
