Dr. Juan Manuel Vazquez
Biologist and assistant professor at Pennsylvania State University who studies the evolution of aging, with a focus on bats and their exceptional longevity.
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Nov 19, 2025 • 19min
Can Animal Super-Agers Teach Us Their Secrets?
Dr. Vera Gorbunova, a leading biologist from the University of Rochester, and Dr. Juan Manuel Vazquez, an expert on aging at Penn State, delve into the secrets of animal super-agers. They explore how certain bats and bowhead whales defy aging norms, boasting exceptional longevity and low cancer rates. Discover their unique DNA maintenance strategies and the hopeful implications for human health. The duo shares insights on leveraging animal defenses to develop treatments that may improve human lifespan and reduce age-related illnesses.
