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World's Oldest Living Land Animal Shares Genetic Secrets to Healthy Aging
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Scientists have analyzed the epigenome of Jonathan, a 194-year-old giant tortoise, to better understand his remarkable longevity. The groundbreaking research offers valuable genetic insights that could help advance our understanding of healthy aging in humans.
Scientists have analyzed the epigenome of Jonathan, a 194-year-old giant tortoise, to better understand his remarkable longevity. The groundbreaking research offers valuable genetic insights that could help advance our understanding of healthy aging in humans.