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Greenland Shark's Secret to Long Life
Scientists have investigated the exceptionally long and cancer-free lifespans of Greenland sharks by studying their genome. New research has uncovered that these sharks possess enhanced mechanisms for DNA damage response and repair, which likely contributes to their longevity. The study also identified a greater number of genes related to immune system regulation in Greenland sharks compared to…
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