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Gene Discovery Boosts Lifespan and Exercise in Mice

3/6/2025

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Rutgers Health researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery: mice without the RGS14 gene developed powerful brown fat, boosting their lifespan by 20% and exercise capacity by 30%. This remarkable brown fat enhances blood flow during workouts and shields against age-related illnesses. The team is now focused on creating a drug to replicate these benefits for healthier aging in humans.

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Rutgers Health researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery: mice without the RGS14 gene developed powerful brown fat, boosting their lifespan by 20% and exercise capacity by 30%. This remarkable brown fat enhances blood flow during workouts and shields against age-related illnesses. The team is now focused on creating a drug to replicate these benefits for healthier aging in humans.