CpG DNA
Aging in Mice Linked to Misexpression of Class of Genes
Sophie Fessl, PhD | Dec 21, 2021 | 4 min read
Genes lacking a particular structure known as CpG islands tend to go haywire in older cells, a study finds, potentially contributing to key facets of aging. But it’s not yet clear if the relationship is causal.
Ribosomal DNA Can Predict an Animal’s Age
Abby Olena, PhD | Feb 14, 2019 | 3 min read
A clock constructed of rDNA methylation sites can estimate both chronological and biological age across species.
Bacteria Boost Vaccine Effectiveness
Sabrina Richards | Feb 10, 2013 | 5 min read
Researchers are looking to microbes to improve immune responses to a wide range of vaccines.