Without this protein, damaged muscle fills with fat and scar tissue

Researchers found that TRF2, a protein known for protecting chromosomes, also helps muscle stem cells maintain their identity and regenerate injured tissue. In mouse experiments, removing the protein left muscles struggling to repair themselves and muscular dystrophy progressing dramatically faster; the researchers say it may hold a key to treating the disease.

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