NATURE BRIEFING

27 October 2026

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Not just for humans: gene therapy to extend longevity is under investigation for dogs, too. Credit: Juliana Yamada/Los Angeles Times/Getty

Longevity research turns to pets

Longevity researchers are exploring ways to extend the lives of pets , spurred by the boom in human-lifespan research. Most efforts currently focus on improving animal diets, and some researchers are exploring the potential of repurposing drugs that have been approved for humans for use in their furry friends.…