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The Science of Cells That Never Get Old

Offered By: TED via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Explore the groundbreaking research on cellular aging in this 19-minute TED Talk by Nobel Prize-winning biologist Elizabeth Blackburn. Discover the role of telomerase, an enzyme that replenishes chromosome caps, in the aging process. Learn about the factors influencing skin wrinkling, hair whitening, and immune system weakening. Gain insights into how we might have more control over aging than previously thought, based on Blackburn's revolutionary findings. Delve into the fascinating world of cellular biology and its implications for human longevity.

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The science of cells that never get old | Elizabeth Blackburn


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