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Regeneration patterns refer to the biological processes by which organisms regrow lost or damaged tissues, organs, or even entire body parts. These patterns are highly diverse across the natural world, reflecting different evolutionary strategies for survival and reproduction. For example, some organisms, like hydra and planaria, exhibit remarkable whole-body regeneration, capable of regrowing complete individuals from small fragments. This process often involves dedifferentiation of existing cells into stem cells, followed by redifferentiation and organized growth to rebuild the missing structures.

Other organisms display more specific regenerative capabilities. Salamanders are well-known for their ability to regenerate limbs, tails, and even parts of their eyes and spinal cords. This regeneration typically involves the formation of a blastema, a mass of undifferentiated cells at the site of injury, which then proliferates and differentiates to form the new tissue. In contrast, mammals, including humans, have limited regenerative abilities, primarily restricted to processes like wound healing and the regeneration of certain tissues such as the liver. Research into regeneration patterns aims to understand the underlying molecular and cellular mechanisms, with the ultimate goal of harnessing these processes for therapeutic applications in regenerative medicine. This includes developing treatments for injuries, degenerative diseases, and organ failure. The study of these patterns contributes significantly to our understanding of development, aging, and evolutionary biology.