Back to walking thanks to an implant, even with the spinal cord severed
A very important step (it should be said) in the right direction. Before today, no one with a severed spinal cord has ever walked like this.
A very important step (it should be said) in the right direction. Before today, no one with a severed spinal cord has ever walked like this.
Surprising 'supramolecular' gel repairs spinal cord damage in mouse tests. The Northwestern team will ask the FDA to move to human testing as early as next year.
The idea that we might be able to restore function after spinal cord injury with the patient's own stem cells is truly intriguing
Two groups in Spain and Italy have developed a "sponge" of nanomaterials capable of reconnecting the neurons of a damaged spinal cord
New nanoparticle therapy promises to prevent post-spinal injury paralysis, offering new hope to patients.
Vertex Pharmaceuticals announces new experimental drug that blocks pain signals before they reach the brain – a non-addictive alternative to opioids
Brain implants are breaking new ground in the treatment of paralysis. Find out how these innovations could restore mobility and hope to patients.
Scientists have developed prosthetics that “feel,” giving amputees a more natural feel when walking.
The advent of AI is only just beginning, but it is already transforming the world. Here's a little time travel to see what he'll be doing in 30 years.
An amazing new instrument makes music accessible to tons of people who couldn't play it.
Working on the spine becomes simpler and safer with the help of augmented reality. Let's see what they discovered!
3D printing a brain tumor model complete with vessels and tissues is a major step towards new forms of care.
Spina bifida is a discomfort that can upset the life of a child and his family: a new approach deals with it even before birth.
The role of a protein in the development of glioblastoma is at the center of a groundbreaking discovery by Tel Aviv University
Transcutaneous stimulation shows truly extraordinary results in improving the function of the upper limbs
According to a social researcher, science could create a real "orgasm button". It would be a relief for many. Indeed a tragedy.
An AstraZeneca vaccine at Covid-19 was also announced today. Here is a focus on positive results, on weaknesses and strengths,
Remote working and the adoption of emerging technologies are leveling opportunities and making work more inclusive
The skin of fish (specifically: cod) used to regenerate human skin and repair wounds? Yes, without rejection and with many advantages (but it costs).
An expert neurosurgeon develops a medical hypothesis on head transplantation, and expects it to be feasible within the next ten years.
After excellent tests on monkeys, the University of Alberta is ready to "cure" spinal injuries in humans. It won't be a short road, but it will work wonders.