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Matt Kaeberlein’s search for the secret to a long life began, in part, with 560 unique strains of baker’s yeast.
The Drug That Could One Day Help People — and Dogs — Live Longer
Scientists are trying to find ways to extend the human lifespan. Turns out our furry friends are the perfect test subjects.
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Dog Aging Project co-leaders Matt Kaeberlein (with Dobby and Chloe) and Daniel Promislow didn’t have to look far from home for inspiration for the perfect system in which to study aging. Now, they and Creevy are tracking how dogs’ health changes over their lifespans, as well as testing a promising anti-aging drug.
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