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One way to gain an understanding of any biological process is through the use of mutant analysis and selective breeding to generate stocks which have genetic alterations in that process. We have taken just such an approach in the analysis of aging.
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Johnson, T.E., Friedman, D.B., Fitzpatrick, P.A., Conley, W.L. (1987). Mutant Genes That Extend Life Span. In: Woodhead, A.D., Thompson, K.H. (eds) Evolution of Longevity in Animals. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4613-1939-9_6
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