Genetic switch enables tissue regeneration in mammals, Chinese research shows
TL;DR
Researchers have discovered that activating a dormant gene, Aldh1a2, in mice can restore their ability to regenerate ear tissue, including cartilage and nerves, by increasing retinoic acid production. This finding suggests potential pathways to enhance regenerative medicine in mammals by reactivating ancient genetic mechanisms that have been silenced over evolution.
- Switching on a silent gene revives tissue regeneration in mice Phys.org
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- China identifies genetic mechanism for mammalian organ regeneration TV BRICS
- Scientists find genetic switch for healing in mammals China Daily
- Mammals could regenerate tissue by turning on ‘genetic switch’: Chinese team South China Morning Post
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