Thursday, 21 August 2014

How lizards regenerate their tails: Researchers discover genetic 'recipe'

Date:
August 20, 2014

Source:
Arizona State University College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Summary:
By understanding the secret of how lizards regenerate their tails, researchers may be able to develop ways to stimulate the regeneration of limbs in humans. Now, a team of researchers is one step closer to solving that mystery. The scientists have discovered the genetic “recipe” for lizard tail regeneration, which may come down to using genetic ingredients in just the right mixture and amounts.


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