November 2017 PMID 29152572

A null mutation in protects against biological aging in humans.

Sadiya S Khan, Sanjiv J Shah, Ekaterina Klyachko, Abigail S Baldridge, Mesut Eren, Aaron T Place, Abraham Aviv, Eli Puterman, Donald M Lloyd-Jones, Meadow Heiman, Toshio Miyata, Sweta Gupta, Amy D Shapiro, Douglas E Vaughan

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39
Peak: 12 in Nov 2017
across 5 sources since Nov 2017

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The overall discourse emphasizes the importance of the gene mutation, with comments mentioning 7-year increased lifespan, lower diabetes risk, and the role of PAI-1 in aging, demonstrating strong agreement and high interest. The tone is scientific yet accessible, reflecting curiosity about genetic aging mechanisms and their implications for health and longevity.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions support the findings, highlighting the connection between the mutation and increased lifespan.

InterestHigh interest

Posts demonstrate high curiosity about the mutation's effects and implications for aging.

EngagementModerate engagement

Many individuals reference specific details like lifespan extension and genetic factors, showing active engagement.

ImpactHigh impact

The widespread recognition of genetic influences on aging suggests significant potential for future research and therapies.

Abstract in brief

  • A rare null mutation in the SERPINE1 gene, which encodes PAI1, is associated with longer lifespan, lower fasting insulin, and reduced diabetes risk in the Amish community, suggesting a protective effect against aging.
  • Studies in mice show that inhibiting or deleting PAI1 can prevent aging-related problems and increase lifespan, indicating PAI1 plays a key role in aging processes.
  • The research highlights that human longevity may be influenced by genetic factors like PAI1 mutations, and examining isolated populations can help identify potential targets for aging-related therapies.]

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P.D. Mangan Health & Freedom Maximalist
@Mangan150 · X

People with a genetic mutation leading to lower clotting activity live on average 7 years longer than others. Low clotting activity -> longer life and better health https://t.co/jgakXpHyQv

Apr 17, 2022 · 54 likes · 3 shares · 295,084 followers View post →
P.D. Mangan Health & Freedom Maximalist
@Mangan150 · X

People with a genetic mutation that gives them lower PAI-1 levels have longer leukocyte telomere length, lower fasting insulin levels, less diabetes, and live on average 7 years longer. That's how important PAI-1 is. https://t.co/Sbs0UyeGhz

Sep 4, 2024 · 19 likes · 295,084 followers View post →
McGroarty
@mcgroarty · X

@DiogoSnows @calleymeans @kirillzubovsky I had a similar question. I found that their current lifespan is similar to American Caucasians, however they used to live longer up until the non-Amish caught up around the middle of the 20th century. Also of note, they have a high rate of this mutation: https://t.co/Kq9k0vGkrm

Nov 25, 2023 · 15 likes · 2,901 followers View post →
P.D. Mangan Health & Freedom Maximalist
@Mangan150 · X

A null mutation in the gene that encodes PAI-1 is associated with *7 years* longer lifespan. This is in an Amish community. They also have no diabetes. https://t.co/jgakXpHyQv

Dec 12, 2021 · 14 likes · 295,084 followers View post →
Agingdoc
@agingdoc1 · X

A null mutation in SERPINE1 protects against biological aging in humans (2017) https://t.co/2zDavvL4na @ScienceAdvances https://t.co/DXwjRehIYr

Sep 21, 2023 · 6 likes · 1 share · 42,601 followers View post →
Baxter Williams
@BaxterWilliams_ · X

@jakescottMD Good thread. I appreciate that you still noted they have good longevity. Another factor you didn't mention is that the limited gene pool of the initial Amish population led to a widespread gene mutation that likely lengthens their life. https://t.co/BkVEpkAcu6

Jun 30, 2025 · 5 likes · 1,756 followers View post →

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Baxter Williams
@BaxterWilliams_ · X

@jakescottMD Good thread. I appreciate that you still noted they have good longevity. Another factor you didn't mention is that the limited gene pool of the initial Amish population led to a widespread gene mutation that likely lengthens their life. https://t.co/BkVEpkAcu6

Jun 30, 2025 · 5 likes · 1,756 followers View post →
P.D. Mangan Health & Freedom Maximalist
@Mangan150 · X

@mike_lustgarten https://t.co/Sbs0UyeGhz

Jun 3, 2025 · 1 like · 295,084 followers View post →
CORDS711
@cords711 · X

@thomson_free https://t.co/d2LuEry2y9

May 19, 2025 · 2 likes · 1,219 followers View post →
Swimmingly
@backatchaslick · X

@FitFastCoach The study: https://t.co/2YldEOVc5E

May 13, 2025 · 3,489 followers View post →
Nemausus1
@Nemausus1 · X

@bhan_ban @ChampoDr Vrai pour les Amish qui ont une mutation spécifique du gène Serpine1. Pas tous les amish https://t.co/WjiaDuAb4G

Sep 26, 2024 · 251 followers View post →
P.D. Mangan Health & Freedom Maximalist
@Mangan150 · X

People with a genetic mutation that gives them lower PAI-1 levels have longer leukocyte telomere length, lower fasting insulin levels, less diabetes, and live on average 7 years longer. That's how important PAI-1 is. https://t.co/Sbs0UyeGhz

Sep 4, 2024 · 19 likes · 295,084 followers View post →
Dr L Boominathan PhD
@DrLBoominathan · X

RT @Mangan150: A null mutation in the gene that encodes PAI-1 is associated with *7 years* longer lifespan. This is in an Amish community.…

Feb 22, 2024 · 890 followers View post →
McGroarty
@mcgroarty · X

@DiogoSnows @calleymeans @kirillzubovsky I had a similar question. I found that their current lifespan is similar to American Caucasians, however they used to live longer up until the non-Amish caught up around the middle of the 20th century. Also of note, they have a high rate of this mutation: https://t.co/Kq9k0vGkrm

Nov 25, 2023 · 15 likes · 2,901 followers View post →
François Booream
@BooraemFrancois · X

@pangyre thankfully my flash drive was handy; amish slower mutation rate likely due to enviro. other articles noting said mutations; https://t.co/CCgoTPqz11 / https://t.co/1yu21ghHca / https://t.co/XOUF5VgHSx / / https://t.co/2YCfJzRaNo

Nov 21, 2023 · 1 like · 715 followers View post →
CarlosAguilarSalinas
@caguilarsalinas · X

RT @agingdoc1: A null mutation in SERPINE1 protects against biological aging in humans (2017) https://t.co/2zDavvL4na @ScienceAdvances ht…

Sep 22, 2023 · 1 share · 1,638 followers View post →
Agingdoc
@agingdoc1 · X

A null mutation in SERPINE1 protects against biological aging in humans (2017) https://t.co/2zDavvL4na @ScienceAdvances https://t.co/DXwjRehIYr

Sep 21, 2023 · 6 likes · 1 share · 42,601 followers View post →
LordMaho
@MahoLord · X

@no_vacruniado Seguro? Tu sabes lo que es el síndrome de Angelman? Sabes lo que es la mutación Serpine1? Toma un Informe de los Amish "De los que no existen" Más tarado y no naces. https://t.co/yXTzo1z51R

Aug 16, 2023 · 95 followers View post →
The Masketeer
@walks_sc · X

@stkirsch @JayBarlowBot @Liz_Wheeler No. A genetic mutation gives some of them an advantage - see https://t.co/4Kd2sTVsFX. However, the overall life expectancy of the Amish community is the same as the general population - see https://t.co/AbumkoIJ3i

Jul 18, 2023 · 922 followers View post →
fella
@fedacbaa · X

RT @spokespun: @stadtwildnis @SocratesPoly @WheatPM there are some exceptions, like there's one Amish community in Indiana that carries a g…

Jul 11, 2023 · 1 share · 73 followers View post →
spokespun
@spokespun · X

@stadtwildnis @SocratesPoly @WheatPM there are some exceptions, like there's one Amish community in Indiana that carries a genetic mutation that actually does allow them live longer (also due to inbreeding). but across the country, on average, they live shorter lives. https://t.co/BPk4HaCMO6

Jul 11, 2023 · 2 likes · 1 share · 17 followers View post →
Doug V
@vaughalle1 · X

RT @benjileibo: @HairDAO_ It's the PAI1 superpower https://t.co/tCdaGrw5Ur

May 27, 2023 · 1 share · 715 followers View post →
benjels
@benjileibo · X

@HairDAO_ It's the PAI1 superpower https://t.co/tCdaGrw5Ur

May 26, 2023 · 3 likes · 1 share · 4,631 followers View post →
Bitcoin Érick ∞/21M
@bitcoinerick · X

RT @Mangan150: People with a genetic mutation leading to lower clotting activity live on average 7 years longer than others. Low clotting…

Apr 17, 2022 · 3 shares · 1,399 followers View post →
kike
@FUENTESMANZULLI · X

RT @Mangan150: People with a genetic mutation leading to lower clotting activity live on average 7 years longer than others. Low clotting…

Apr 17, 2022 · 3 shares · 249 followers View post →
Nick
@NickShortz · X

RT @Mangan150: People with a genetic mutation leading to lower clotting activity live on average 7 years longer than others. Low clotting…

Apr 17, 2022 · 3 shares · 194 followers View post →
P.D. Mangan Health & Freedom Maximalist
@Mangan150 · X

People with a genetic mutation leading to lower clotting activity live on average 7 years longer than others. Low clotting activity -> longer life and better health https://t.co/jgakXpHyQv

Apr 17, 2022 · 54 likes · 3 shares · 295,084 followers View post →
P.D. Mangan Health & Freedom Maximalist
@Mangan150 · X

A null mutation in the gene that encodes PAI-1 is associated with *7 years* longer lifespan. This is in an Amish community. They also have no diabetes. https://t.co/jgakXpHyQv

Dec 12, 2021 · 14 likes · 295,084 followers View post →
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