The Secret to a Long, Healthy Life Is in the Genes of the Oldest Humans Alive

The first time I heard nematode worms can teach us something about human longevity, I balked at the idea. How the hell can a worm with an average lifespan of only 15 days have much in common with a human who lives decades? The answer is in their genes—especially those that encode for basic life … Continue reading The Secret to a Long, Healthy Life Is in the Genes of the Oldest Humans Alive