Jonathan the giant tortoise, 194, offers up insight into secrets of longevity

October 7, 2026 · 6:00 pm 3 sources

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• Jonathan the giant tortoise, 194, offers up insight into secrets of longevity
  The Guardian · October 7, 2026 18:00
  DNA analysis of oldest living land animal reveal patterns on genes that appear to protect functioning of mitochondria The ancient quest to extend human lifespan has received a boost after scientists analysed the genetic code of the world’s oldest living land animal, a giant tortoise called…
• Jonathan the Giant Tortoise Is 194 Years Old. He Just Had His Genome Sequenced.
  The New York Times · October 7, 2026 18:00
  Scientists have sequenced his genome for the first time, hoping the world’s oldest land animal can offer clues into the genetics of longevity.

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• 194-year-old tortoise reveals stable gene switches that may help resist aging
  Phys.org · October 7, 2026 18:00
  Researchers studying a giant tortoise named Jonathan say it's not just good genes but a lack of genetic wear and tear that has kept him going for nearly two centuries.