An association study of FOXO3 variant and longevity

This study is the first to demonstrate that FOXO3 could be a candidate gene for longevity in the Brazilian population. These results are important in terms of provisions of health care for age-related diseases and lifespan, and provide insight for further research on epigenetic, gene regulation, and expression in oldest-old individuals.
Source: Genetics and Molecular Biology - Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: research