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Starfish, or sea stars, have remarkable regenerative capabilities.

They can regrow lost limbs and, in some species, even regenerate an entire new body from just one severed arm—as long as part of the central disc, the core of their body where all arms connect, is intact.

This process is not merely healing but true regeneration: complex structures like muscles, nerves, and organs are rebuilt.

This ability varies by species. For example:

Linckia species (like the blue sea star) are especially known for this full-body regrowth.

In most species, losing an arm isn't fatal, and regrowth may take several months to years depending on environmental conditions and injury severity.

This regenerative trait is not only a survival advantage but also a subject of scientific interest, especially in regenerative medicine

Recent scientific breakthroughs have revealed that specific protein combinations can stimulate heart tissue regeneration and potentially repair other organ damage.

These discoveries mark a major step forward in regenerative medicine, particularly for patients suffering from heart attacks or chronic heart failure.

Key Discoveries:

1. Zebrafish Protein in Mammals (Hmga1):
Scientists at the Hubrecht Institute found that Hmga1, a protein essential for heart regeneration in zebrafish, can be used in mice to activate previously dormant genes, resulting in enhanced healing of damaged heart muscle without causing dangerous side effects.

2. Protein Cocktail from Macrophages:
A study published in Nature Communications used a five-protein blend (including C1QB, NRP1, and PLTP) derived from specialized immune cells. This stimulated adult heart muscle cells (cardiomyocytes) to multiply, accelerating tissue repair in mouse models after heart injury.

3. Dual Protein Targeting (Meis1 and Hoxb13):
Researchers at UT Southwestern repurposed existing antibiotics (paromomycin and neomycin) to modulate these two proteins. This led to reduced scarring and improved pumping efficiency in damaged hearts, offering a novel way to restart the heart’s regenerative capabilities.

4. N-Cadherin and Cell Communication:
Boosting levels of N-cadherin, a protein involved in cell connections, triggered β-Catenin signaling—a pathway that leads to the growth of new heart cells in adult mice. This mechanism helped restore heart function after a heart attack.