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Epigenetic Alterations

Epigenetic alterations in gene expressions are caused by modification of proteins and changes in the structure of DNA and RNA in a cell. Some of these epigenetic changes are associated with aging, and researchers have extended the lifespan of flies and nematodes by preventing them. (Click here for a full description.)

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