X-Message-Number: 12804
From: "John de Rivaz" <>
References: <>
Subject: Re: CryoNet #12791 - #12796
Date: Fri, 19 Nov 1999 16:47:47 -0000

> Essence is that by breeding OUT a specific gene, the lifespan was extended
> 35% ...and without any evident side -effects!  One researcher stated he
> believes this is proof that ageing is genetic.

Wouldn't random mutation have produced a few examples of humans without this
gene who lived much longer as a result? Maybe these few people who live to
100 are examples.  If the average age of death is 75, then this explains why
some live to be over 100. 75*1.35=101.25

Research project: test the genes of 100 year olds and look for the relevant
gene.

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Sincerely, John de Rivaz
my homepage links to Longevity Report, Fractal Report, my singles club for
people in Cornwall, music, Inventors' report, an autobio and various other
projects:       http://geocities.yahoo.com/longevityrpt


----- Original Message ----- > Message #12793
> From: "George Smith" <>
> References: <>
> Subject: Italian scientists extend mice lifespan 35%
> Date: Thu, 18 Nov 1999 17:50:24 -0800
>
> Associated Press link:
>
>  http://www.newsday.com/ap/rnmphs0a.htm
>
> Essence is that by breeding OUT a specific gene, the lifespan was extended
> 35% ...and without any evident side -effects!  One researcher stated he
> believes this is proof that aging is genetic.
>
> This is being heralded as the SECOND proven life extension demonstration,
> the only other being the calorie restriction diet approach.
>
> George Smith
> www.cryonics.org
> I don't care HOW, I don't care WHO - I just care WHAT!
>
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