Longevity Gene Found

According to this article on the BBC website, scientists have found a gene that may explain why caloric restriction works as a method of prolonging lifespans. Caloric restriction has been known to work(at least for animals other than humans) for many years but the reason it works has never been understood.

It is hoped that knowing the responsible gene will allow the development of drugs that can mimic the effect of caloric restriction without having to be on a starvation diet.

via slashdot