Studies of liver regenerative processes have gained new prominence, generated from
analyses of genetically engineered animal models, the transplantation of human livers, and
the surging interest in stem cells. These studies gave rise to expectations regarding the
practical applications of research on the mechanisms of liver regeneration that were
unthinkable just a few years ago. As the field expanded to a broader audience, this new
knowledge also brought confusion and often misinterpretations regarding the cellular …