I said this earlier and really believe this. It could very well be that jumps forward in progress for hearing issues can also come from another field in medical research.
This is another one that could prove beneficial for hearing regeneration in the future.
And why not? It also is regenerating neurons and cells. http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/312464.php
Quote: "The researchers say their therapy is a combination of two methods. One involves surgically grafting human neural stem cells onto the damaged area, where they are able to mature into neurons and other brain cells."
"Following on from this study, the researchers want to pursue another phase II clinical trial to examine whether the treatment combination can encourage the growth of new neurons in human stroke patients to improve function."
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