JOURNAL ARTICLE

AN “IMMORTAL” JELLYFISH OFFERS CLUES INTO BIOLOGICAL AGING.

  • Published In: Scientist, 2025, v. 39, n. 3. P. 44 1 of 3

  • Database: Agriculture Plus 2 of 3

  • Authored By: KHEDKAR, SNEHA 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the unique biological phenomenon of ontogeny reversal observed in the "immortal" jellyfish, Turritopsis dohrnii, which can revert to a juvenile state under stress, effectively avoiding aging and death. This capability challenges traditional biological concepts of aging and has garnered significant scientific interest for its potential implications in understanding aging and regenerative medicine. Researchers have been investigating the genetic and molecular mechanisms behind this process, revealing that T. dohrnii possesses enhanced DNA repair capabilities and other genetic traits that may contribute to its biological immortality. Despite its name, the jellyfish is not truly immortal, as it remains vulnerable to predation and disease. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Scientist. 2025/09, Vol. 39, Issue 3, p44
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Biology
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0890-3670
  • Accession Number:187799864
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