Thymus in mice regenerated

Thymus is an organ found in mammals including humans which is located next to the heart. It controls the immune system of the body. The function of thymus decreases with aging resulting in production of fewer white blood cells called T cells, which play a central role in fighting infections. The researchers from the MRC Centre for Regenerative Medicine at the University of Edinburgh have successfully regenerated thymus in mice by manipulating DNA. They have rebuilt the organ in very old mice and the thymus started functioning like the one in young mice! This breakthrough can lead to a new therapy to help treat humans with weak immune system and protect against infections.
While congratulating the researchers of the University of Edinburgh, I sincerely wish their final success in regenerating the human organ within a short period of time.
Professor M Zahidul Haque
Department of Agricultural Extension & Information System, SAU, Dhaka