A team of scientists led by Duke University has genetically modified zebrafish to be technicolor in order to ultimately help researchers better understand the way cells interact during the tissue regeneration process.

Colorful fish can be beautiful to look at, but a type created by scientists could have a more important role. 

A team led by Duke University has modified zebrafish using a system the researchers call “skinbow.”

According to a press release, “Every cell on the surface of the fish, from the center of the eye to the tip of each scale, is genetically programmed to glow with a slightly different hue.” 

The purpose of this research is to track the activities of individual