Longevity
What’s the secret of the longevity of crocodile relatives?
What’s the secret of the longevity of crocodile relatives? A new study has uncovered the secret to the longevity of crocodile relatives, which could help conservationists better protect vulnerable species. Crocodylians are surviving members of a 230-million-year lineage called crocodylomorphs, which includes living crocodiles, alligators, and gharials, and their many extinct relatives. They have persisted […]
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Americans die earlier at all wealth levels, even if wealth buys more years of life in the US than in Europe
Americans die earlier at all wealth levels, even if wealth buys more years of life in the US than in Europe Americans die earlier at all wealth levels, even if they live longer than Europeans in general. The wealthiest Americans still have shorter lifespans than those in northern and western Europe, despite spending more on […]
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During hibernation, these lemurs defy cellular aging
During hibernation, these lemurs defy cellular aging Hibernating lemurs can turn back the clock on cellular aging, researchers report. We’re all familiar with the outward signs of aging. But many age-related changes start within our cells, even our DNA, which can wear and tear over time as we get older. Some creatures have come up […]
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