Researchers believe that an “immortal” species of jellyfish that can reverse its ageing process holds the keys to understanding human ageing and pioneering new types of medicines. Most jellyfish ...

One ocean-dwelling creature found in many tropic waters is known to be able to reserve its own life cycle, cheating death.

There are so many different types of jellyfish out there, boasting different sizes, shapes, colors, and more. The immortal jellyfish is one of these unique jellyfish with a certain skill not often ...

Researchers in Spain have cracked the genetic code of the immortal jellyfish, so-called because it can repeatedly rejuvenate itself – a feat scientists hope can lead to advances in how to treat human ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Jellyfish are among the ocean’s most incredible inhabitants ...

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Immortality has long been sought after. From rumors of a fountain of youth to the possibility of anti-aging medications, being able to reverse aging has been a common ground for scientific experiments ...

In a breakthrough that could reshape our understanding of biology, scientists have successfully cultivated an “immortal” jellyfish species in a lab. This endeavor not only opens new avenues in the ...

Immortal jellyfish (Turritopsis dohrnii) are smaller than the nail on your pinky finger. Ian Gavan / Getty Images In oceans across the globe, a tiny jellyfish species—smaller than the nail on your ...