Scientists Regrow Frogs’ Lost Legs. Will Human Limbs Be Next?

Scientists Regrow Frogs’ Lost Legs. Will Human Limbs Be Next?

Feb. 2, 2022 — Could missing human limbs be regrown? That’s a possibility scientists are now considering after regenerating frogs’ legs for the first time. Scientists say they have been able to help frogs regenerate limbs using a five-drug combination. Though other animals — including salamanders, starfish, zebrafish, lizards, and crabs — can do that … Read more

Scientists Regrow Lizard’s Tail with Stem Cell Technology

Scientists Regrow Lizard’s Tail with Stem Cell Technology

Nov. 5, 2021 — Scientists have used gene editing on lizard embryonic stem cells to help adult lizards regrow severed tails, making them the closest species to humans to regenerate a lost appendage. Lizards have a reputation for dropping their tails in self-defense when attacked, distracting predators long enough to make an escape. The lizards … Read more