Scientists will today unveil the first genome-wide map of the spinal cord of the mouse, a move experts say will accelerate research – and point to potential treatments – in human spinal cord diseases.

The map, dubbed the Allen Spinal Cord Atlas, charts the genetic activity within the mouse spinal cord and will help researchers understand various diseases and disorders, including ALS, multiple sclerosis, paralysis and other spinal cord injuries.

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