The Sea Cucumber Genome Points to Genes for Tissue Regeneration (IMAGE)

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The Sea Cucumber Genome Points to Genes for Tissue Regeneration

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Though it may not look the part, this holothuroid -- or sea cucumber -- is a relatively close cousin of vertebrates, and a prized delicacy in Asian seafood markets. It also has the unique ability to discard its viscera and grow them back in a few weeks.

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Qiang Xu

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