John Cobb

Abstract It is widely acknowledged that articular cartilage lacks the ability to regenerate. However, if such regeneration were possible, which cell type would generate new tissue? The p21−/− mouse provides an excellent platform to explore this question, hence, we conducted lineage tracing on Paired related homeobox 1 (Prrx1/Prx1) cells post-injury to determine whether endogenous Prx1+ cells contribute to regenerated tissues post-injury.

Commentary by Nick Gier | FāVS News If Israel decides to give full rights to only one ethnic group and fewer rights to others, it loses its democratic soul and, with it, its Jewish one. — Jeremy Ben-Ami, The Forward (Jan. 3, 2025) What began as a terrible trauma and a justified war of defense turned into a campaign of killing and revenge that has no end. — Uri Misgav, Haaretz (Jan. 9, 2025) The Israeli Army has no reason to remain in Gaza, other than fulfilling messianic settlement wishes.

My heart sank when I heard that John B. Cobb, Jr. died on December 26, 2024. I’m told that he died peacefully, surrounded by family. John was one of the greatest theologians of our time, and his influence upon me is immeasurable. His death made me realize how much I looked forward to sharing with him the books I wrote. John always sent a kind email note upon receiving them. He functioned as an encouraging father for me and many others. Below is an essay John.