Dhaka, April 16 -- A genetic adaptation that helps animals like yaks and Tibetan antelopes survive in low-oxygen environments could open up a new pathway for repairing nerve damage in humans, according to a new study.

Researchers say the mutation may aid in restoring damaged nerve insulation, known as myelin, in conditions such as multiple sclerosis and cerebral paralysis. The findings, published in the journal Neuron, point to a natural biological process that could potentially be harnessed using molecules already present in the human body.

Lead researcher Liang Zhang from Songjiang Hospital, affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, said evolution offers valuable insights into how organisms adapt and survive in...