The exceptional stem cell system of <it>Macrostomum lignano</it>: Screening for gene expression and studying cell proliferation by hydroxyurea treatment and irradiation
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Flatworms are characterized by an outstanding stem cell system. These stem cells (neoblasts) can give rise to all cell types including germ cells and power the exceptional regenerative capacity of many flatworm species. <it>Mac...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2007-03-01
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| Series: | Frontiers in Zoology |
| Online Access: | http://www.frontiersinzoology.com/content/4/1/9 |