Scientists increase worm’s lifespan by 500%
It's equivalent to extending human lifespan to 500 years.
It's equivalent to extending human lifespan to 500 years.
Researchers in Australia analyzed certain genes associated with longevity to design a 'lifespan clock' for different extinct and living species.
The findings suggest that the mechanism would probably work on humans too.
The study suggests that people who might reach the maximum human lifespan haven't been born yet.
The opposite is actually true for humans. Having close friends and family extends our lifespan.
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