Scientists discover gene that helps the brain repair itself
A surprising discovery from high-altitude animals like yaks and Tibetan antelopes could reshape how we treat nerve damage in humans. Scientists found that a genetic mutation helping these animals survive low-oxygen environments also protects and repairs the myelin sheath—the vital coating around nerve fibers that’s damaged in diseases like multiple sclerosis (MS) and cerebral paralysis.
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