Researchers identify key barrier preventing self repair of heart cells

Researchers at Sanford Burnham Prebys have identified a biological barrier that prevents adult human heart cells from repairing themselves. The study suggests that heart cells prioritize efficiency and resilience over regenerative capacity.
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