Model systems for regeneration: the spiny mouse, Acomys cahirinus
Model systems for regeneration: the spiny mouse, Acomys cahirinus
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DOI：
10.1242/dev.167718
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发表时间：
2020-02-01
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影响因子：
4.6
通讯作者：
Varholick, Justin A.
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作者：
Maden, Malcolm;Varholick, Justin A.
The spiny mouse, Acomys spp., is a recently described model organism for regeneration studies. For a mammal, it displays surprising powers of regeneration because it does not fibrose (i.e. scar) in response to tissue injury as most other mammals, including humans, do. In this Primer article, we review these regenerative abilities, highlighting the phylogenetic position of the spiny mouse relative to other rodents. We also briefly describe the Acomys tissues that have been used for regeneration studies and the common features of their regeneration compared with the typical mammalian response. Finally, we discuss the contribution that Acomys has made in understanding the general principles of regeneration and elaborate hypotheses as to why this mammal is successful at regenerating.
