All articles tagged with #dna protection
A study on fruit flies reveals that essential proteins involved in protecting chromosome ends are constantly evolving through an internal arms race, with key proteins like HipHop and HOAP adapting rapidly to counteract genetic threats while maintaining their core function of telomere protection.
Scientists have discovered a protein called Dsup in tardigrades that protects DNA from damage, inspiring potential medical and technological applications such as cancer therapy, organ protection during strokes, crop resilience, space exploration, and data storage. Early studies show promise in using Dsup to enhance human cell resilience and protect against radiation and oxidative stress, with ongoing research to fully understand its mechanisms.
Vitamin D plays a vital role in promoting graceful aging and longevity by regulating antioxidant activity, protecting DNA, and maintaining telomere length. Vitamin D sufficiency helps combat oxidative stress and protect cellular DNA from damage caused by free radicals. However, many people are deficient in vitamin D, making supplementation necessary to achieve and maintain sufficient levels for optimal health.