massgeneral.org — The ears hearing cells are very sensitive to damage from excessive noise, infections and toxins. Once damaged, the cells do not naturally regenerate in mammals. New research suggests that - under the right conditions - the cells can be regenerated.
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galaxionApr 30, 2006
So deaf you have to compensate by writing in ALL CAPS?
happbandoApr 30, 2006
i'm planning on working in the recording industry, and this could be EXTREMELY helpful for me. if something like this were actually developed, i could potentially work effectively for much longer than otherwise. i also would like to donate!
wroachApr 30, 2006
I just wanted to make u all aware that hearing cells are not everything in the hearing process. I have a damaged eardrum from an accident. It's not all that bad but I got one ear at 75%. This can't help me nor can micro surgery.
blackhatferretMay 1, 2006
"If It's too loud, Your Too Old!"
6502programmerMay 1, 2006
And Pete Townshend lets loose a barely audible sigh of relief...
jon855May 1, 2006
This is great as I am profound deaf myself and I would like to see more progress on this findings and applied to humans sometimes soon. Good thing I'm only deaf due to the damaged hairs in my ears. So this is practical for me to regain my hearing, although it will take me time and practice to start understanding noises as it starts to come back into me... I can't wait...
wwirelessJan 31, 2007
Well known 31 yr old recording engineer in L.A. Developed tinnitus and hearing loss five years ago. Both are getting worse all the time. My job is in jeopardy and this work is what I live for. I can't complain when I read about deaf folks hoping this treatment will work. I was told I'd likely see a cure in my lifetime but I doubt I'll have a job by the time it's perfected.