This could help neurons function as part of a large network, but researchers still have many questions. (sciencedaily.com)
The goal of early SMA drug discovery programs has been to identify small molecules that induce the SMN gene to produce sufficient levels of protein to improve motor neuron functioning in affected patients. (sciencedaily.com)
In lab tests in Cologne with mouse motor neurons, moreover, they found that when they added the m2R - blocking drug methoctramine, they could restore crucial benchmarks of motor neuron function and health. (sciencedaily.com)