New gene therapy prevents MS and reverses paralysis in mice

Researchers at the University of Florida have developed a new gene therapy that shows promise in fighting multiple sclerosis (MS). Testing the technique in mice, the team found that the treatment was effective in preventing animals from developing the mouse equivalent of the disease, and almost completely reversed the symptoms in those that were already suffering from it.

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Category: Medical

Tags:

• Drugs
• gene therapy
• Mice
• Multiple Sclerosis
• The Immune System
• University of Florida

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