Understanding how some animals can regenerate their body parts
Comparative systems biology defines regulatory mechanisms in whole-body regeneration
This study is exploring how some animals, like flatworms, can regrow lost body parts, and it's looking to find out how we might use that knowledge to help people heal and repair their own tissues better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10925280 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the mechanisms behind whole-body regeneration, focusing on how certain animals, like flatworms, can regrow lost tissues. By comparing the regenerative abilities of different species, the study aims to uncover the genetic and cellular pathways that enable regeneration. Advanced genomic tools will be used to analyze how these pathways function and how they can be manipulated to promote tissue regrowth in humans. The findings could lead to new therapies for patients needing tissue repair or regeneration.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with conditions that result in tissue loss or damage, such as severe injuries or surgical removals.
Not a fit: Patients with stable, non-regenerative conditions or those who do not require tissue regeneration may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to groundbreaking therapies that allow humans to regenerate damaged or lost tissues.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promising results in understanding regeneration in model organisms, indicating potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Stanford, United States
- Stanford University — Stanford, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wang, Bo — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Wang, Bo
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.