Understanding Genetics: Human Health and the Genome

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The Fountain of Youth. The Sorcerer’s Stone. People have been looking forever for ways to live longer. And now scientists may have found a way.

Unfortunately it isn’t something you can buy or even steal. It is something that is hidden away in a few people’s DNA.

In a new study, scientists have found around 150 DNA differences that people who live a long time have in common.

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This project was supported by the Department of Genetics, Stanford School of Medicine. Its content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of Stanford University or the Department of Genetics.