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Research at NYU Langone Medical Center
Fingernails Reveal Clues to Limb Regeneration
Mammals possess the remarkable ability to regenerate a lost fingertip, including the nail, nerves and even bone. In humans, an amputated fingertip can sprout back in as little as two months, a phenomenon that has remained poorly understood until now. In a paper published in Nature, researchers at NYU Langone Medical Center shed light on this rare regenerative power in mammals. The findings hold promise for amputees who may one day be able to benefit from therapies that help the body regenerate lost limbs. Read more…
