Whaling for the mechanisms of cancer resistance and long lifespans.

Vincent J Lynch

Department of Biological Sciences, University at Buﬀalo, SUNY, 551 Cooke Hall, Buﬀalo, NY 14260, USA. Electronic address: [email protected] of Biological Sciences, University at Buﬀalo, SUNY, 551 Cooke Hall, Buﬀalo, NY 14260, USA. Electronic address: [email protected]. · pubmed

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Abstract

Bowhead whales have the longest lifespan of all vertebrates, living over 200 years. The mechanisms responsible for their lifespan are mostly unknown. In a recent study in Nature, Firsanov et al.

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Research summary

The paper investigates the mechanisms behind the exceptional longevity of bowhead whales. This research is relevant as it aims to uncover biological factors that contribute to lifespan extension and could inform strategies for aging and age-related diseases.

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