A crested jellyfish can merge with another creature after taking damage

In a new study, researchers have made a surprising discovery: a species of crested jellyfish called Mnemiopsis leidyi has the ability to merge with another individual after being injured. This phenomenon leads to the formation of a single organism with two sets of genes.

According to the scientific news department of Techna Technology Media, the integration process in these marine organisms is very complex and includes the complete integration of physiological structures including the nervous system, digestive system and muscles. After merging, the two organisms work in harmony and act as a single organism.

This discovery raises fundamental questions about the nature of life and evolution. including the question of what molecular mechanisms cause the integration of cells and tissues of two separate organisms? This discovery can help advance research in various fields including cell biology, genetics, and regenerative medicine. Understanding the molecular mechanisms involved in cell fusion can lead to the development of new methods for repairing damaged tissues and treating diseases.

Despite this exciting discovery, many questions still remain unanswered. For example, it is not yet clear why this species of jellyfish has such a unique ability, or if this ability exists in other animal species as well. The discovery of the fusion of the crested jellyfish has expanded the boundaries of our knowledge of biology and shows that nature still has many mysteries to discover. This discovery can serve as a starting point for further research in the field of evolutionary and cellular biology. To see the latest news, refer to the scientific news page of Tekna Media.