Longer life through an odd Pol enzyme.
basic_science · Level V
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Abstract
The evolutionarily conserved enzyme RNA polymerase III is a driver of protein synthesis and cell growth. It emerges that partial suppression of this essential enzyme extends lifespan in yeast, roundworms and flies.