What lemurs can teach us about healthy aging (IMAGE)

Duke University

What lemurs can teach us about healthy aging

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A hamster-sized primate from Madagascar, the fat-tailed dwarf lemur is our closest genetic relative known to hibernate. They also tend to live longer than you’d expect given their size. New research reveals a potential anti-aging mechanism within their cells. 

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Photo by David Haring.

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