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Aging

Aging

Will research into "longevity genes" help us live longer and healthier lives?

Healthy Old Age

Find out what all the hoopla is about SIR2 and how it can slow down aging, at least in yeast.

Ask the Expert

Molecular biologist Leonard Guarente answers viewer questions about aging and how science could help increase longevity.