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NECTAR 2021
The Network for European CNS Transplantation and Restoration (NECTAR) was founded over 25 years ago. Here, Dr Simon Stott presents a brief update on...
More data from the ‘Blue Rockers’
BlueRock Therapeutics has published two preclinical research reports outlining the cell culturing method that they are taking into clinical trials.
Astrocytes to dopamine neurons in one step
The brain is made up of multiple types of cells. There are the neurons that conduct much of the cognitive functioning in the brain,...
GDNF and cell transplantation: dual therapies for Parkinson’s
Parkinson’s is a complex condition and it is becoming increasingly clear that the future of disease-modifying therapies for Parkinson’s will rely on the use...
The rationale for the TRANSEURO study
The TRANSEURO study is part-funded by Cure Parkinson’s and is investigating dopamine cell replacement therapy as a restorative treatment for people with Parkinson’s. It...