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Broadcast in October 2017Newts are creatures that have had a close relationship with us Japanese people since ancient times. Now, newts are attracting attention again in the field of science. In fact, newts can completely regenerate even if they lose their limbs or eyes. Research is also being conducted to apply this regenerative ability to human treatment. Why are newts able to regenerate their own bodies? By unraveling this secret, we will explore the possibilities of new regenerative medicine that are being opened up. Main interview locations: Chiba Chikafumi (University of Tsukuba, School of Life and Environmental Sciences) Imori no Sato, Toride City, Ibaraki Prefecture First "Newt-type Organ Regeneration Forum" (Keio University, Shinanomachi Campus) **************************************************************************************** <"Galileo X" program website> https://www.web-wac.co.jp/program/gal... #newt #regenerative medicine