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The ability of neural stem cells (NSCs) to give rise to motor neurons is especially promising in the realm of therapeutics. Once scientists understand how to control NSC differentiation, these cells may be safely used in the treatment of motor neuron diseases and spinal cord injuries.

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The ability of neural stem cells (NSCs) to give rise to motor neurons is especially promising in the realm of therapeutics. Once scientists understand how to control NSC differentiation, these cells may be safely used in the treatment of motor neuron diseases and spinal cord injuries.

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