Mechanism that allows differentiated cell to reactivate as a stem cell revealed

Thursday, October 30, 2014 - 04:01 in Biology & Nature

A study, performed with fruit flies, describes a gene that determines whether a specialized cell conserves the capacity to become a stem cell again. Unveiling the genetic traits that favor the retention of stem cell properties is crucial for regenerative medicine.

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