Gene for ageing and longevity

Research based on mice has revealed that Aging and Longevity is Tied

to Specific Brain Region in Mice specially - hypothalmus.

The mice who lived longer and aged slowly showed increase amounts of SIRT1 in specific regions of the hypothalamus.

These mice were called BRASTO (brain-specific SIRT1-overexpressing) mice.

The BRASTO mice have a better capability to come up with energy to achieve a higher body temperature and increased activity level when food is restricted.

Same could be true for human beings but requires extensive research.