Key gene found responsible for chronic inflammation, accelerated aging and cancer | ScienceBlog.com

Key gene found responsible for chronic inflammation, accelerated aging and cancer | ScienceBlog.com: The current study reveals that AUF1, a family of four related genes, not only controls the inflammatory response, but also maintains the integrity of chromosomes by activating the enzyme telomerase to repair the ends of chromosomes, thereby simultaneously reducing inflammation, preventing rapid aging and the development of cancer, Dr. Schneider explained.