Sept4/ARTS Regulates Stem Cell Apoptosis and Skin Regeneration

    June 2013 in “ Science ”
    Yaron Fuchs, Shan-Estelle Brown, Travis Gorenc … Hermann Steller
    Studysummary This study found that mice lacking the Sept4/ARTS gene had more hair follicle stem cells and improved wound healing, suggesting apoptosis regulation as a potential target in regenerative medicine.
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