Published in Environmental Research Letters
Soil seed banks are the main seed reservoirs globally and are critical for the regeneration of grassland plant populations. Grazing often affects the density and diversity of grassland soil seed banks; however, it is not clear how these effects vary on a global scale with grazing intensity, grazing duration, and climatic conditions. Here, we screen...
Published in Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology
Tracheal defects, particularly those extending over long segments, present substantial challenges in reconstructive surgery due to complications in vascularization and integration with host tissues. Traditional methods, such as extended tracheostomies and alloplastic stents, often result in significant morbidity due to mucus plugging and mechanical...
Published in Frontiers in Endocrinology
Background Hepatocyte nuclear factor 4 alpha (HNF4α) is the master regulator of hepatic differentiation. Recent studies have also revealed the role of HNF4α in hepatocyte proliferation via negatively regulating the expression of proto-mitogenic genes, including cMyc. Here, we aimed to study the interaction between HNF4α-cMyc during liver regenerati...
Published in Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology
Regeneration is vital for many organisms, enabling them to repair injuries and adapt to environmental changes. The mechanisms underlying regeneration are complex and involve coordinated events at the cellular and molecular levels. Moreover, while some species exhibit remarkable regenerative capabilities, others, like mammals, have limited regenerat...
Published in Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology
Inflammation can lead to persistent and irreversible loss of retinal neurons and photoreceptors in mammalian vertebrates. In contrast, in the adult zebrafish brain, acute neural inflammation is both necessary and sufficient to stimulate regeneration of neurons. Here, we report on the critical, positive role of the immune system to support retina re...
Published in Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology
Skeletal muscle is one of the tissues with the highest ability to regenerate, a finely controlled process which is critically depending on muscle stem cells. Muscle stem cell functionality depends on intrinsic signaling pathways and interaction with their immediate niche. Upon injury quiescent muscle stem cells get activated, proliferate and fuse t...
Published in Frontiers in Immunology
Introduction Salivary gland dysfunction, often resulting from salivary gland obstruction-induced inflammation, is a prevalent condition. Corticosteroid, known for its anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties, is commonly prescribed in clinics. This study investigates the therapeutic implications and potential side effects of dexamethasone ...
Published in Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology
Pancreatic regeneration is a complex process observed in both normal and pathological conditions. The aim of this review is to provide a comprehensive understanding of the emergence of a functionally active population of insulin-secreting β-cells in the adult pancreas. The renewal of β-cells is governed by a multifaceted interaction between cellula...
The rapid growth of the global lithium-ion battery market poses economic and environmental challenges leading to an increased demand for metal resources. Indeed, the number of spent batteries which are categorized as hazardous and potentially harmful waste has increased dramatically in recent years. Consequently, recycling of spent batteries holds ...
Published in Frontiers in Plant Science
Introduction Population-level competition and spatial patterns may explain the role of competitive exclusion in communities, which is important for vegetation restoration and biodiversity conservation. Methods We analyzed the competitive intensity, spatial patterns, and renewal of Populus euphratica Oliv. forests in the Tarim River Basin using the ...
