Unlock the Secrets to Immortality: Lessons from Nature’s Long-Lived Creatures

Imagine a world where trees and lobsters defy the laws of aging, growing stronger with each passing year. Envision a jellyfish that can age backwards, reverting to its youthful state in the face of danger. Welcome to the fascinating realm of immortality, where scientists have uncovered the extraordinary secrets of nature’s longest-lived creatures.

In his groundbreaking debut, molecular biologist Nicklas Brendborg delves into the captivating world of extended life cycles, exploring the remarkable stories of animals and plants that have unlocked the secrets to eternal youth. From the 390-year-old Greenland shark to the tortoises that thrive in the face of radiation, Jellyfish Age Backwards reveals the astonishing physiological gifts that have allowed these species to cheat death.

Discover the Astounding Abilities of Nature’s Long-Lived Creatures

• A Greenland shark that has been alive since the 17th century, with a predicted lifespan of another 100 years
• Trees and lobsters that grow bigger and stronger with each passing year, defying the traditional concept of aging
• Species of jellyfish that can age forwards and backwards, reverting to their youthful state when threatened
• Tortoises and naked mole-rats that have been found to live longer in the presence of certain forms of radiation

Through a combination of cutting-edge research and captivating storytelling, Brendborg takes readers on a journey to the world’s most remarkable habitats, from the redwood forests of California to the soils of Easter Island. Along the way, we meet a man who fasted for over a year, a woman who edited her own DNA, and the incredible creatures that are redefining our understanding of longevity.

Jellyfish Age Backwards is a love letter to the immense power of nature, highlighting the invaluable lessons that these immortal lives can teach us about the secrets to a longer, healthier life. Join Brendborg on this fascinating exploration of the natural world, and discover the astonishing secrets that could hold the key to humanity’s quest for eternal youth.

Product Details

Publisher: Little, Brown and Company

Publication Date: January 17, 2023

Language: English

ISBN: 9780316414586, 9780316414784