Thursday, November 01, 2007

Newt protein may offer clues for human regeneration

Source: Reuters
Posted: November 1, 2007 3:01pm EDT

Summary:

Scientists have found a key protein that helps newts regrow severed limbs and which may guide future research into human regenerative medicine. Biologists have long been intrigued by the ability of newts and salamanders to renew damaged body parts. But how they do it has been unclear.