Synthetic peptide helps repair myelin damaged by MS

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a debilitating disease where the immune system mistakenly attacks myelin, the sheaths protecting neurons in the nervous system. Like exposed electrical wires, this effectively short-circuits the nerves, disrupting communication between the brain and the body that leads to impaired motor skills and cognition. Now, researchers at Melbourne University have developed a synthetic peptide that helps regenerate myelin, potentially slowing the progression of the disease.

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Category: Medical

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• Melbourne University
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Neuroscience
• peptide
• University of Melbourne

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