Tag: Dogs

Rejuvenate Bio has announced a partnership with a leading animal health company to develop a gene therapy for canine osteoarthritis. The identity of the partnering global company is as yet unknown. This San Diego-based biotech was co-founded in 2017 by Professor George Church of Harvard Medical School. It is focused on dog longevity research and...

In a new population study, scientists show that dog ownership is associated with a lower risk of developing disability in old age, though it does not affect all-cause mortality [1]. 1500+ dogs, and some cats too What can be more stereotypical than an old lady with a cat or an old gentleman with a dog?...

Almost three years ago, Dr. Matt Kaeberlein, a Professor of Pathology and an Adjunct Professor of both Genome Sciences and Oral Health Sciences at the University of Washington in Seattle, outlined the nascent Dog Aging Project (DAP) for our readers in an extensive interview. Along with the intrinsic value of helping our beloved pets live...

In an article last May, we covered how Rejuvenate Bio, a startup biotech company led by Professor George Church, was planning to reverse aging in dogs as a step towards bringing these therapies to us. Those plans are now starting to move forward with news of a trial launch in the fall later this year....

Professor George Church of Harvard Medical School has co-founded a new startup company, Rejuvenate Bio, which has plans to reverse aging in dogs as a way to market anti-aging therapies for our furry friends before bringing them to us. Dogs first, humans next The company has already carried some initial tests on beagles and plans...