used genetically modified axolotls for lineage-tracing experiments in which cell populations with different gene-expression histories or positional origins could be followed over time and space.

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Despite capturing hearts around the world, the wild axolotl — an aquatic salamander with feathery frills and a soft smile — faces extinction. Fortunately, for both axolotls and their fans ...

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appearing as characters in Minecraft, Fortnite and Pokémon and inspiring a McDonald’s Happy Meal toy. Where the axolotl can barely be found: in its natural habitat in Mexico.

Axolotls, with their signature smiles and pink gills, are the celebrities of the salamander world. But they are more than just cute: They might also hold the secret to regenerating human limbs ...

Axolotl tail or limb injury activates a specific group of telencephalon neurons in the brain, increasing Erk and neurotensin signaling, both essential for effective regeneration. Blocking these ...