A molecule discovered that can help heal spinal cord damage

A molecule that helps broken spinal cords to heal has been identified by British scientists. The discovery of the neuregulin-1 signalling molecule could one day lead to new therapies which aid the self-repair of spinal cords, say the researchers. Such treatments could potentially restore movement and sensation to people paralysed by devastating spinal injuries. The research also raises hopes of finding new ways to tackle multiple sclerosis.