Researchers quantitatively assessed how somatic mutations limit the maximum human lifespan.

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Researchers from Skoltech and AIRI

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Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:00:09 GMT · 2h 8m ago

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Russia ·

Why

Somatic mutations, random DNA changes that accumulate in cells with age, were identified as a limiting factor for human longevity.

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This research provides a quantitative understanding of a biological limit to human lifespan, potentially influencing future research into aging and longevity.

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