Bowhead Whale Archives

Whale that repairs own DNA may hold secret of far longer life - The Times

Bowhead Whale DNA Secret: Duplicated Gene Reveals Key to Extreme Longevity and Cancer Resistance

Scientists discover the bowhead whale’s secret to living over 200 years: a duplicated PCNA gene that supercharges DNA repair and prevents cancer. Learn the implications for human anti-aging research.

Evidence for improved DNA repair in long-lived bowhead whale - Nature

Bowhead Whale’s 200-Year Lifespan Linked to Hyper-Efficient DNA Repair

New Nature study reveals bowhead whales’ extreme longevity is due to hyper-efficient DNA repair mechanisms. Learn how this discovery impacts human aging research.

This whale lives for centuries: its secret could help extend human lifespan - Nature

The Bowhead Whale’s 200-Year Secret: A DNA Repair Protein That Could Revolutionize Human Longevity

Scientists uncover the secret to the bowhead whale’s 200-year lifespan: a powerful DNA repair protein. Learn how this discovery could lead to breakthroughs in human anti-aging medicine and cancer resistance.