Jonathan the giant tortoise, 194, offers up insight into secrets of longevity

DNA analysis of oldest living land animal reveal patterns on genes that appear to protect functioning of mitochondria

Jonathan the giant tortoise, 194, offers up insight into secrets of longevity

TL;DR

  • DNA analysis was performed on the oldest living land animal.
  • The analysis identified specific patterns on genes.
  • These gene patterns seem to protect the functioning of mitochondria.
  • This research may shed light on longevity.