Neuroprotective composition and uses thereof

Patent Number: 6858646

Oxidative stress plays a very important role in the ability of stem cells to survive. Specifically, stem cells prefer to reside in areas of relative hypoxia, and are particularly senstive to oxidative stress. This patent teaches that use of pyruvate, and other antioxidants in order to protect neurons, and stem cells of neurons, from damage.

This patent may be used to treat, for example, stroke, or other neurodegenerative diseases associated with oxidative stress.

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