by Technology Networks –
Marine worms regenerate lost body parts by dedifferentiating cells, offering insights into natural cell reprogramming.
Researchers at the Max Perutz Labs have uncovered how marine worms regenerate lost body segments. The study reveals that differentiated cells dedifferentiate into a stem cell-like state to rebuild a growth zone. Using single-cell RNA sequencing, scientists identified distinct stem cell populations and highlighted parallels with modern medical reprogramming techniques.
