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Tag: longevity[1]
Researchers have identified a genetic tweak that can slow aging in mice. First Drug Shown to Extend Life Span in Mammals Rapamycin, an immunosuppressant, enables elderly mice to live longer. Gerontology pioneer Leonard Hayflick discusses the biological causes of aging. Healthier proteins may be the key to the long life span of naked mole rats. Fewer Calories = Better Brains? A trial in humans suggests that calorie restriction can boost memory. Parallels between mice and yeast uncover a potentially universal aging mechanism. A new drug proves effective in fighting obesity and related diseases while increasing stamina in mice. Aging: An Evolutionary Accident? Research suggests a new mechanism for aging in worms. The Secrets of Anti-Aging Genes A new study asks why some people stay healthy into old age. Growth Hormone: Fountain of Youth or Early Killer? A small population of dwarves in rural Ecuador could hold the answer. A compound that's known to extend life span in fish could also stop cognitive decline. The Secrets to Living Past 100 A new gene-sequencing project could uncover clues into healthy aging. New publications, experiments and breakthroughs in biotechnology--and what they mean. Corporate support for innovation needs to begin at the board level. [1]
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