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degeneration

[dih-jen-uh-ray-shuhn] / dɪˌdʒɛn əˈreɪ ʃən /


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This was particularly significant because the degeneration of these same nerve cells is a central feature of Parkinson's disease.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 1, 2026

Optogenetics is already in early-stage clinical trials for people with retinal degeneration.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 19, 2026

“That decrease in the weight definitely slows down progression of degeneration in the spine or in the joint.”

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 8, 2026

Kodiak Sciences plans to file for regulatory approval of one drug candidate, Zenkuda, following its success in a trial for wet age-related macular degeneration.

From Barron's ● Sep. 28, 2026

It’s a fascinating study of the degeneration of the human spirit.

From "Tears of a Tiger" by Sharon M. Draper


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