Solving the mystery of aging: Longevity gene makes Hydra immortal and humans grow older

Tuesday, November 13, 2012 - 10:01 in Paleontology & Archaeology

Why do we get older? When do we die and why? Is there a life without aging? For centuries, science has been fascinated by these questions. Now researchers have examined why the polyp Hydra is immortal -- and unexpectedly discovered a link to aging in humans.

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