A team of scientists has mapped the regions surrounding stem cells in planarians—small flatworms that are famous for being ...

In this study, researchers from Stowers Institute for Medical Research revealed that this dwarf-sized worm carries an ...

Stowers scientists uncover new principles guiding how flatworm stem cells regenerate body parts, revealing clues that could advance tissue repair and regenerative medicine in humans. Stem cells in ...

Schmidtea mediterranea, a freshwater flatworm (or planarian), has adult pluripotent stem cells spread all throughout its ...

Stem cells in most organisms typically take cues from adjacent cells. But new research from the Stowers Institute for Medical ...

New research into the biology of flatworms could potentially unlock secrets to human regeneration, thanks to their unique stem cell properties.

Planarian stem cells can be “independent” and turn into any type of cell without needing a nearby niche, a new study indicates.

Planarian flatworms pictured in the Stowers Institute's planarian facility. A recent discovery from Stowers scientists may ...

If you see one, experts say the best course of action is to kill it safely. Scientist issues warning after locals discover ...

Stem cells in regenerating planarians don’t need their closest neighbors, overturning researchers’ understanding of the worms ...

A team of researchers from the Stowers Institute for Medical Research discusses findings from their latest study surrounding the regenerative capabilities of planarians, offering insights into potenti ...