Biogerontology
Psychedelic drug extended lifespan in worms
Compared with untreated worms, LSD extended the time until only 25% remained alive by up to 17.6%.Compared with untreated worms, LSD extended the time until only 25% remained alive by up to 17.6%.
Worm studyInterventions
Who was studiedCaenorhabditis elegans worms, against water vehicle controls
What changedLifespan at the 25% survival timepoint was 17.6% longer in LSD-treated worms than controls
The catchThe progeny suppressant 5-fluorouracil could interact with LSD and affect lifespan