Single gene change 'could increase lifespan by 16 years'

Scientists have discovered that by changing the expression of a single gene in mice, the lifespan is increased by around 20%, according to a study published in the journal Cell Reports. Researchers from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) conducted the study in mice, which involved targeting a gene called mTOR. The gene is linked to the balance of energy and metabolism, and now researchers believe it may be linked to increased lifespan associated with caloric restriction... via Health News from Medical News Today Read More Here..