INHIBITION OF A NOVEL CALCIUM INJURY CURRENT THAT FORMS IN NEURONS DURING INJURY PREVENTS NEURONAL CELL DEATH

摘要

Calcium channels which form in neuronal membranes in response to injury are disclosed. Methods and compositions for blocking this injury induced calcium channel and preventing further injury to neuronal cells and/or neuronal cell death are disclosed. The compositions and methods disclosed may be used to alleviate acute or chronic injury to neuronal cells.