Zebrafish Spinal Cord Regeneration Offers Hope for Human Paralysis Therapies
Zebrafish possess a remarkable ability to completely heal from severe spinal cord injuries that would cause permanent paralysis in humans. New research identifies specialized connective tissue cells that precisely regulate inflammation and prevent scar tissue formation, enabling nerve regeneration.
Breakthrough in Spinal Cord Regeneration Research
Researchers have uncovered the sophisticated biological mechanism that enables zebrafish to fully regenerate their spinal cords after severe injuries, according to a new study from the University of Cologne. The findings, published in Cell Reports, reveal how specialized cells control inflammation and prevent scar tissue formation in ways that could eventually inform human paralysis treatments.