UNDATED (WKRC/CNN Newsource) – The axolotl, a small salamander known for its remarkable ability to regrow entire limbs, is at the center of groundbreaking research that could unlock new possibilities in regenerative medicine.
A recent study conducted by Northeastern University has identified a compound called retinoic acid, commonly used in acne treatments, as a crucial factor in the axolotl’s regenerative process.
The study revealed that retinoic acid helps the salamander’s cells determine precisely what needs to be regenerated. Researchers also discovered an enzyme that regulates retinoic acid, ensuring that the regeneration process remains balanced.
This finding brings scientists one step closer to understanding and potentially replicating the axolotl’s regenerative abilities in humans.