Functional regeneration of organs upon injury is a key process for animals
survival. Contrary to humans, some vertebrates are remarkably competent
in regenerating after acute organ or appendage lesions. This advantageous
skill allows overcoming limitations in repair even in adult stages, when
tissues are fully developed, via a process of epimorphic regeneration. One
such organism is the zebrafish, which can regenerate several organs,
namely its heart, retina, spinal cord and fins. (...)Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia (FCT