Voice of America | Scientists Hope 'Heartbreak Gene' Could Aid Heart Failure Treatments Huffington Post UK Experts believe regulating the Meis1 gene could lead to revolutionary new treatments for heart failure. The gene normally kicks in soon after birth to stop heart cells dividing uncontrollably. But this also prevents the adult heart from regenerating ... Researchers: Gene regenerates heart tissue, critical finding for heart failure ... Gene could rejuvenate old hearts |