The Regenerative Potential of the Vertebrate Retina: Lessons from the Zebrafish

Abstract

The regenerative potential, forward/reverse genetic capabilities and technical advantages of the zebrafish make it an ideal model for studying signals and mechanisms that drive retinal regeneration. Here, we describe the different cellular sources of regeneration in zebrafish, with a particular emphasis on Müller glia cells, as well as the individual signalling pathways that specifically co-ordinate the different phases of regeneration. Because the same cells are also generated developmentally, a comparison between developmental and regenerative processes is of particular benefit to identify the extent to which we can drive developmental mechanisms to improve adult regenerative responses. Gi..