Why do living things age? What genes influence longevity? Is it possible to extend youthfulness by means of genetic manipulation? What does the aging of a yeast cell have in common with the aging of a human being or a mouse? Dr. Guarente analyzes these tantalizing questions and others in this episode.

Hosts: Marc Pelletier and Leo Laporte

Guest: Dr. Leonard P. Guarente

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