Nerve cell growth (IMAGE) Ruhr-University Bochum Caption Nerve cell growth with (left) and without the administration of propionate (right) Credit © Dr. Thomas Grüter und Niklas Rilke Usage Restrictions The image may only be used in the context of the press release "Propionic acid protects nerve cells and helps them regenerate" published by RUB on 24. January 2023. License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.