Compounds Protect Against Cerebral Palsy

Two compounds developed by Northwestern University chemists have been shown to be effective in pre-clinical trials in protecting against cerebral palsy, a condition caused by neurodegeneration that affects body movement and muscle coordination. There was a remarkable difference between animals treated with a small dose of one of the compounds and those that were not. The findings suggest a preventive strategy for cerebral palsy may be feasible for humans in the future.

Read the whole article on Science Daily

More from Science Daily