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Newts unleashed: Limb muscle regeneration needs metamorphosis and body growth Date: August 2, 2022 Source: University of Tsukuba Summary: Researchers have found that muscle fibers in Japanese Fire ...

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Researchers from the University of Tsukuba have found that muscle fibers in Japanese Fire-bellied Newts have an intrinsic ability to dedifferentiate, or reprogram, and contribute to limb regeneration.

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