What's Your Problem? · Episode 198 · November 5, 2026 · 31 min
Can a Cancer Gene Keep Muscles Young?
Kevin Murach is a professor who studies muscle cells at the University of Missouri. Kevin's problem is this: Can we understand what's going on in our cells when we lift weights – and can we use that knowledge to help people stay healthier as they age? In this episode, Kevin explains: The technology lets scientists watch individual muscle nuclei during exercise The significance of a cancer gene called Myc that is activated after lifting weights How Myc may be linked to cellular age reversal Why muscle responds less to exercise with age Connect with us: Follow Jacob Goldstein on LinkedIn , X and Instagram Email us at [email protected] Follow Pushkin on Instagram , LinkedIn or X Listen to Jacob’s other show, Business History To listen to the show ad free, sign up for Pushkin+ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.