The concept of 'biological immortality' has long fascinated scientists, yet its practical implications remain poorly understood. Recent research on the hydra, a freshwater invertebrate, suggests that its stem cells possess an extraordinary capacity for continuous self-renewal, effectively bypassing senescence. However, this does not imply invulnerability; hydras still succumb to predation, disease, or environmental stress. In contrast, some species of jellyfish, such as Turritopsis dohrnii, can revert to an earlier developmental stage after reaching maturity, a process akin to cellular reprogramming. While these discoveries hint at mechanisms that could inform human aging research, experts caution that translating such regenerative abilities to complex organisms like mammals is fraught with obstacles, including the risk of uncontrolled cell growth, which could lead to cancer. Thus, while biological immortality offers a compelling model for studying longevity, its direct application to human medicine remains speculative at best.
❓ 根据文章所述，将水螅和水母等生物的再生机制应用于人类医学的一个主要挑战是什么？
A. A. 这些生物与人类在进化上相距甚远，无法进行任何比较。
B. B. 再生过程可能引发有害的细胞增殖，例如癌症。
C. C. 人类干细胞在任何情况下都无法被重新编程。
D. D. 水螅和水母的寿命太短，不足以进行有意义的研究。
✅ 正确答案
B. The regeneration process may trigger harmful cell proliferation, such as cancer.