Cynthia Kenyon

Cynthia Kenyon is a renowned biologist known for her groundbreaking research in aging. She discovered that changing a single gene in tiny worms called C. elegans can dramatically extend their lifespan—from about 2-3 weeks to nearly 6 weeks. Her work revealed that aging is influenced by specific genetic pathways, especially those involving insulin signaling. This insight suggests that the aging process can be slowed or perhaps even reversed through genetic and molecular mechanisms, providing important clues for potential anti-aging therapies in humans.