Thursday Oct 23, 2025

How the axolotl’s regrows its tail

Researchers have discovered that the brain plays an active role in the axolotl’s remarkable ability to regenerate its tail, utilizing signaling pathways and a neuropeptide called neurotensin. Blocking brain activity hinders tail regrowth, suggesting a coordinated brain-to-body communication essential for regeneration, potentially offering new avenues for human healing.

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