8:00pm-9:00pm on Thursday 3 April
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Cambridge Union Society, 9A Bridge Street, CB2 1UA
Why do some animals, like whales, live exceptionally long lives free from many age-related diseases?
Recent genomic breakthroughs, pioneered right here in Cambridge, allow us to study how cells in different species accumulate genetic mutations over time, which can lead to diseases like cancer and possibly even influence ageing.
In this engaging talk, explore how certain animals seem to have evolved superior mechanisms for DNA protection and repair. Discover how collaborations with zoos and conservation groups are enabling us to explore the DNA of species with extraordinary lifespans, uncovering evolutionary strategies that might one day unlock the secrets of healthy ageing in humans.
Join us to see how nature’s solutions to longevity may hold the key to tackling our own health challenges.
Alex Cagan is an Assistant Professor at the Departments of Genetics, Pathology and Veterinary Medicine at the University of Cambridge and affiliate of the Programme for Cancer, Ageing and Somatic Mutation at the Wellcome Sanger Institute.
