Future therapy? Imagine that a future surgeon can make a new neuronal circuit that will compensate for one damaged by a brain injury. New research by Chinese investigators has shown that liquid metal can allow neurons to communicate. (Full story)
Seven-time Formula One (F1) World Champion racing driver, Michael Schumacher, remains in a coma since his skiing accident in December. (Full story)
Stem Cells from Teeth Can Make Brain-like Cells
Exciting basic research from Australia could be relevant to TBI survivors. Scientists have isolated stem cells from teeth that can be induced to form neuron-like cells. Stem cells, which everybody has, have the potential to make new tissues and organs. Already stem cells are being used to repair damaged hearts in animals and to grow new cartilage in the laboratory that should eliminate joint pain in humans. It is thought that human life expectancy may be related to the number of stem cells in the body. The Australian scientists believe it is only a matter of time that the stem cells from teeth can be made into true neurons. The ability to insert into the body neurons or neuron complexes in the form of neuronal circuits could alleviate some of the problems brought on by TBI and stroke. (Full story)
Shawn Spencer, now 30 years old, was a high-school dropout and a gang member. An accident from speeding gave him a TBI and left him disabled. He turned his life around and will graduate from college in a couple of weeks. He’s been meeting with high school teens to warn them against speeding. (Full story with video)
When TED interviewer, Pat Richards, asked former Arizona Congresswoman, Gabrielle Giffords (who is recovering from a Traumatic Brain Injury caused by a gunshot wound to her head), if she wanted the “old” Gabby Giffords back or whether she was embracing the “new” version of herself, Gabby emphatically said, “The New One! … Better! Stronger! Tougher!”
Listen to the interview – “Gabby Giffords and Mark Kelly: Be passionate. Be courageous. Be your best.”
Gabby and Mark are working for a safer world. See Americans for Responsible Solutions.
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