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Scientists solve mystery of how muscle cells grow and stay healthy

phys.org · 12dShare

In a study published in Nature Communications biophysicists unravel the mystery of how muscles form at the molecular level and maintain their function. The findings may help design treatments for muscle diseases such as dilated cardiomyopathy, one of the leading causes of heart failure.

First report: Scientists may have found a clue to prevent muscles from aging, study hints — livescience.com, 14d