Stay cool and live longer? Genetic program promotes longevity in cold environments
Sunday, February 17, 2013 - 17:30
in Biology & Nature
Scientists have known for nearly a century that cold-blooded animals, such as worms, flies and fish all live longer in cold environments, but have not known exactly why. Researchers have identified a genetic program that promotes longevity of roundworms in cold environments -- and this genetic program also exists in warm-blooded animals, including humans.