Scientists study 194-year-old tortoise for ageing secrets

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 8 Oct, 06:55 · Archive

Jonathan the giant tortoise, aged 194, may offer insights into longevity through his genes.

Scientists have studied Jonathan, a giant tortoise aged 194, in hopes of understanding what enables such extreme longevity. The researchers believe the tortoise's genes may retain youthful properties, potentially explaining his ripe old age.

The findings could offer wider insights into ageing and how genes influence lifespan. Jonathan's case suggests that genetic factors play a significant role in living considerably longer than typical lifespans.

How it is being reported

• Old secrets: tortoise might hold clues to longer lifeScientists who have studied Jonathan the giant tortoise believe the 194-year-old's key to a ripe old age may be having genes that remain young at heart.Perth Now · 8 Oct, 06:36
• Old secrets: tortoise might hold clues to longer lifeScientists who have studied Jonathan the giant tortoise believe the 194-year-old's key to a ripe old age may be having genes that remain young at heart.The West Australian · 8 Oct, 06:36

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