Regeneration Genetics
August 2017
in “
Annual Review of Genetics
”
TLDR Understanding tissue regeneration in animals can improve regenerative medicine.
The document provided an overview of genetic approaches used to understand the mechanisms of tissue regeneration in animals, with a focus on vertebrates. It discussed advances in identifying cellular sources and key cell behaviors in regenerating tissues, as well as the molecular triggers and inhibitors involved in the process. Additionally, it highlighted efforts to define the initial events that regulate the presence of these molecular factors, aiming to enhance the understanding of tissue regeneration for potential applications in regenerative medicine.