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Study reveals how zebrafish heals its spinal cord after injury

Started by wjfox , Jun 02 2012 08:22 AM

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Posted 02 June 2012 - 08:22 AM

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Study Reveals Secret of Zebrafish

Scientists at Monash University in Australia have found how the zebrafish heals its spinal cord after injury.

The zebrafish, Danio rerio, is a tropical fish belonging to the family Cyprinidae. This species is a popular aquarium fish and is also an important model organism in scientific research. It has the amazing ability to regenerate fins, skin, the heart and the brain.

A new study in the Journal of Neuroscience describes the role of a protein in the remarkable self-healing ability of the fish. The finding could eventually lead to ways to stimulate spinal cord regeneration in humans.

http://www.sci-news....ticle00366.html

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