For regrowing human limbs, this salamander gene could hold the key - Peer2Peer

For regrowing human limbs, this salamander gene could hold the key

Apr 16, 2026

Investigating a common gene in three very different species—salamanders, mice and zebrafish—scientists have discovered the potential for a novel gene therapy aimed at eventually regrowing limbs in humans, according to new research published this week.

https://phys.org/news/2026-04-regrowing-human-limbs-salamander-gene.html

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