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RESEARCH PAPER / 2026-03-11

Collagen gene expression is linked to aging and lifespan extension in

Archer J Wang, Blake M Geppert, Daniel Beck, Yanqing Ji, Yiyong Liu

Genomics Core, Washington State University, Spokane, WA, USA. · pubmed

Abstract

Collagens, long regarded as structural molecules, also regulate stress responses and longevity. In this study, we analyzed our RNA sequencing data and publicly available gene expression data to define their role in

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Research summary

Collagen gene expression is linked to aging and lifespan extension. The study investigates the role of collagens in regulating stress responses and longevity, addressing fundamental mechanisms of aging rather than merely treating age-related diseases.

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