Highly regenerative species-specific genes improve age-associated features in the adult Drosophila midgut
Hiroki Nagai, Yuya Adachi, Tenki Nakasugi, Ema Takigawa, Junichiro Ui, Takashi T Makino, Masayuki Miura, Yu-ichiro Nakajima
This study introduces highly regenerative species-specific genes into Drosophila to improve stem cell function and extend lifespan by enhancing gut barrier functions during aging.
bioRxiv · Jul 4, 2023 · PreprintDevelopmental Biology