http://www.physorg.com/ en-us Physorg.com internet news portal provides the latest news on science including: Physics, Nanotechnology, Life Sciences, Space Science, Earth Science, Environment, Health and Medicine. (PhysOrg.com) -- Electrical engineering researchers at the University of Arkansas have demonstrated that magnetic nanotubes combined with nerve growth factor can enable specific cells to differentiate into neurons. The results from in vitro studies show that magnetic nanotubes may be exploited to treat neurodegenerative disorders such as Parkinson`s disease and Alzheimer`s disease because they can be used as a delivery vehicle for nerve growth factor. http://www.physorg.com/news151077655.html Nanotechnology Tue, 13 Jan 2009 14:00:55 EST news151077655