Sea anemone study shows how animals stay 'in shape'

ScienceDaily
Nov 29, 2024, 12:09 pm38 pts
Some animals, such as the starlet sea anemone, can regenerate large parts of their body, even after major injuries. Researchers have shown this regeneration response involves cells and molecules in body parts far from the injury site and is directed towards restoring the animal's original shape. The study sheds…

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