Episode 45
Why don't elephants get cancer?
Elephants are made up of many more cells than humans, but don't get cancer. Why?
Naked Genetics, from the Naked Scientists · Will Tingle
November 14, 201530m 0s
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Show Notes
Animals like elephants and whales are made up of many more cells than a human, or a mouse, and they live far longer. Yet they hardly ever get cancer - and the big question is why? Plus, revolutions in genetics, and a magical gene of the month. Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists
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