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.