Scientists extend telomeres to slow cell aging

New research in The FASEB Journal suggests that delivering modified mRNA encoding the protein telomerase reverse transcriptase to cells extends their telomeres a finite but significant amount Will extending telomeres lead to longer, healthier lives? Researchers have taken an important step toward answering this question by developing a new treatment used in the laboratory that extends telomeres. One of the key aspects of aging is the shortening of telomeres over time.

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