primate

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"But similar evolutionary signatures in primates suggest this kind of compensatory evolution may be widespread and studying it could clarify how genomes retain ancient functions while adapting to ever-shifting threats," Levine says.

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It is the only non-human primate in the top group and usually gives birth to twins or triplets, resulting in a full sibling rate of nearly 78%.

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Because the study was conducted in nonhuman primates, further research will be needed to determine whether the same effects occur in people.

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Still, the researchers emphasize that their study focused only on mice, and it remains uncertain whether the same processes occur in primates or humans.

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The lifespan benefits of reduced reproduction appeared across a wide range of mammals, including primates, marsupials, and rodents.

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