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Science Café: Ask a Scientist a Question, Such as 'Are There Upper Limits to Human Lifespan?'

If you've ever wanted to ask a scientist a question, here's your opportunity. Ask away at the...
Many senior citizens who develop new hobbies (such as rearing monarch butterflies) believe this keeps their brain active and leads to greater enthusiasm for life. Supercentarian Jeanne Calment of France lived to be 122. One of her interests was playing the piano. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)