"Uncovering the Longevity Gene in Golden Retrievers: Implications for All Dogs"

Researchers at the University of California, Davis have identified a gene associated with longevity in Golden Retrievers, one of the most popular dog breeds. The gene, HER4, is part of a family of proteins known to be important in human cancers. Dogs with specific variants of the gene were found to live nearly two years longer on average. This discovery could have implications for understanding cancer in both dogs and humans. Further research is needed to confirm and explore the impact of this genetic variant on gene expression and function.