Regeneration Science Takes a Leap Forward (IMAGE)

Tufts University

Regeneration Science Takes a Leap Forward

Caption

A limb wound of an adult frog usually leads to the formation of a cartilaginous ‘spike’ (left). However, treatment with progesterone using a silk hydrogel device for 24 hrs led to the formation of a paddle-like structure (right). (Celia Herrera-Rincon).

Credit

Source: Allen Discovery Center at Tufts University

Usage Restrictions

None

License

Licensed content

Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.