Genetic treatment that extends the lifespan of flies by 9% and prevents Alzheimer's is developed

15 March 2021

Modifying brain cell activity can extend the lifespan of fruit flies by 9% while also preventing the damage characteristic of Alzheimer’s disease, finds a new study led by Dr Nathan Woodling and Dr Ekin Bolukbasi (UCL Institute of Health Ageing, UCL Biosciences).