New Compound Reduces Stroke Damage (IMAGE) American Chemical Society Caption By injecting a tailored new compound into the brains of rats, researchers can significantly reduce neuronal damage resulting from stroke. The treatment works both before and after the stroke has occurred. Credit The American Chemical Society Usage Restrictions None License Licensed 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.