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TWiP #5 - The nurse cell

This Week in Parasitism

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Exploring Telomeres and Aging in Parasites

The chapter delves into the role of telomeres in various parasites, discussing research outcomes and implications for lifespan and aging genes. It also explores the possibility of extending life indefinitely by addressing aging as an aberration to be solved. Additionally, it touches on the concept of living forever if one is healthy, the prevalence of fungal parasites, and the risks of consuming sashimi due to parasites like anasakiasis.

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