Nottingham -
British scientists at the University of Nottingham say they have discovered how a species of flatworm are able to overcome ageing processs and achieve potential immortality. The scientists say their study may shed light on ageing process in humans.
Researchers investigating an enzyme which permits unlimited cell replication have received the Nobel Prize for Medicine. The enzyme is called telomerase. Telomerase affects telomeres, parts of cells which govern cell replication.