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A UK surgeon is using golden orb-web spider silk to help damaged nerves heal across gaps too large for the body to repair on its own. The natural material acts as a scaffold that lasts 150 days instead of just 10, potentially eliminating the need for painful donor nerve grafts.
A biotech company just secured critical patent protection in South Korea for a groundbreaking therapy that could help people with spinal cord and nerve injuries. The approval marks a major step forward in bringing this innovative treatment closer to patients who desperately need it. #
Scientists discovered that a gene helping yaks survive high altitudes can repair the protective coating around nerves damaged by multiple sclerosis. The breakthrough could lead to new treatments for MS and other conditions that currently have no cure.
Scientists at Oxford University discovered that spider silk can repair severe nerve injuries without harvesting healthy nerves from other body parts. The breakthrough could help 300,000 patients annually in the UK alone.
A genetic mutation that helps yaks survive thin mountain air could offer a breakthrough treatment for multiple sclerosis and other nerve diseases. The discovery points to a natural molecule already in our bodies that can repair damaged brain tissue.
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Scientists discovered that a genetic mutation helping yaks survive at extreme altitudes could lead to treatments for multiple sclerosis and cerebral palsy. The breakthrough reveals how nature's adaptations might repair damaged nerve cells in people.
After decades of failed attempts, Finnish researchers have identified two drug molecules that successfully trigger myelin repair in multiple sclerosis models. Both compounds crossed the blood-brain barrier and worked through entirely different mechanisms to achieve the same remarkable result.
President Trump granted full pardons to nine mechanics who faced federal prosecution for fixing vehicle emissions systems. The move aligns with his broader effort to protect Americans' right to repair their own cars.
A Chinese repair technician rescued a destroyed graphics card worth over $1,000 by transplanting its chip onto a new circuit board. The card was physically smashed but now works perfectly again.
Scientists grew miniature brain and spinal cord systems in a lab and discovered that supposedly permanent nerve damage can be switched back on. An existing hormone drug dramatically boosted nerve regrowth in damaged neurons.
Apple just released its most repair-friendly laptop since 2014, making it easier for students and schools to fix broken devices themselves. The $499 MacBook Neo uses screws instead of glue, though repair experts say there's still room for improvement.
Millions endure chronic nerve pain so severe that even a gentle touch feels unbearable. Duke University researchers discovered a way to ease that suffering by restoring the tiny energy factories inside damaged nerve cells.
Colorado lawmakers just voted down a tech industry-backed bill that would have gutted the state's landmark right-to-repair protections. After a marathon hearing filled with testimony from repair advocates, small businesses, and everyday citizens, the House committee killed the proposal 7-4.
After years of farmers fighting for the right to fix their own equipment, John Deere will pay $99 million and make repair tools widely available for the next decade. It's a major win for 200,000 farmers who can now repair tractors themselves instead of waiting weeks for approved dealerships.
Google Pixel smartphones just scored higher marks for repairability than both Apple iPhones and Samsung Galaxy devices, though there's still room for improvement across the board. A new consumer advocacy report reveals which phone makers are making it easier for you to fix your device.
A new study shows melatonin supplements help night shift workers repair DNA damage by 80% during sleep. The discovery could offer a simple way to protect millions who work overnight from long-term health risks.
Volunteers at a Missouri library helped families save money by mending clothes, shoes, and appliances instead of buying new ones. The free event combined budget relief with environmental care, showing how repair skills can stretch dollars and reduce waste.
A SpaceX rocket just carried the first spacecraft with robotic arms designed to repair and extend the lives of satellites 22,000 miles above Earth. The mission could save billions by fixing satellites instead of replacing them.
Farmers just won a major victory in their fight to fix their own equipment. John Deere will pay $99 million and provide repair access for the next decade.
Nearly 400 young volunteers will spend a week in Marathon County this July, fixing homes for 60 families who need help maintaining their properties. The massive service project targets seniors and others who can no longer handle critical repairs on their own.
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