Repair of aged tissue can be enhanced by inhibiting signals from neighboring cells

July 10th, 2019 | Posted by admin in Uncategorized

Researchers have discovered how regenerative capacity of intestinal epithelium declines when we age. Targeting of an enzyme that inhibits stem cell maintaining signaling rejuvenates the regenerative potential of an aged intestine. This finding may open ways to alleviate age-related gastrointestinal problems, reduce side-effects of cancer treatments, and reduce healthcare costs in the ageing society by promoting recovery.
Source: Medicine Science Daily

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