Giant Tortoise Genome Study Reveals Longevity Insights

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Published: 2026-10-07
Category: science
Source: Science Advances
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An international research team analyzed the genome of Jonathan, a 194-year-old giant tortoise. They found that promoters of genes involved in mitochondrial energy production maintained youthful 'orderliness,' resisting age-related entropy. This discovery, published in Science Advances, suggests potential new strategies for protecting mitochondria and extending healthy human lifespan.

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