Can We Have The Gene's Of Starfishes?

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Scientists are exploring the potential for human limb regeneration by studying the genetics of species capable of regrowing body parts, such as salamanders. A recent National Geographic show highlights ongoing research in this area, focusing on identifying specific genes responsible for regenerative abilities. The discussion references an article in the April issue of Scientific American that may provide further insights into these advancements. The feasibility of applying these genetic insights to humans remains a topic of interest and speculation within the scientific community.
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A show on national geographic said scientist's are trying to apply the genetics that can grow back there body parts into human's.Has anybody seen it,also is it possible?
 
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I don't have any sources to back what I'm saying up, but I have heard that scientists are locating genes that determine the regrowth of limbs, etc. The salamander is a perfect example for this quality in a species.
 
Check April Scientific American.
 
I've been reading a bunch of articles in this month's Scientific American on Alzheimer's and ran across this article in a web feed that I subscribe to. The SA articles that I've read so far have touched on issues with the blood-brain barrier but this appears to be a novel approach to the problem - fix the exit ramp and the brain clears out the plaques. https://www.sciencealert.com/new-alzheimers-treatment-clears-plaques-from-brains-of-mice-within-hours The original paper: Rapid amyloid-β...
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