Dormice (IMAGE) University of Veterinary Medicine -- Vienna Caption The reduction of telomeres, a biological marker for aging, is stopped in older edible dormice. The telomeres are elongated instead. Credit Vetmeduni Vienna Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.