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·June 4, 2019·4 min read

‘Only the stressed die young’: Trade-off mechanisms between stress, resilience and longevity

Flies lacking Ets21c died much faster when exposed to oxidative stress. Findings reveal a new molecular switch that could be responsible for a longer life and stress resilience.

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·July 18, 2017·5 min read

A Genetic Influence on Aging Into the 90s, But Not Beyond

A new study challenges previous research into the role of the FOXO3 gene in super-aging. Researchers found the gene did, to a degree, play a role in longevity, but did not affect living to ages 96+ in men or 100+ in women.

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·January 23, 2025·6 min read

Adults With ADHD May Have Shorter Lives

A study analyzing data from over 30,000 adults with diagnosed ADHD found a reduction in life expectancy of 4.5–9 years for men and 6.5–11 years for women compared to those without ADHD. Researchers caution that the findings may overestimate the reduction due to underdiagnosis and additional health problems among diagnosed individuals.

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·September 12, 2018·3 min read

Aging May Be As Old As Life Itself

Researchers report that, at the molecular levels, aging may have originated at the beginning of the evolution of life. They suggest when it comes to genes, aging may not always be a negative trait, and may help an organism to survive.

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·May 19, 2024·4 min read

Aging’s Science Explored: Is Immortality Possible?

Researchers explore the science behind aging and the ongoing quest for human longevity. They examine the vast variations in lifespans across species and attributes aging primarily to accumulated chemical damage within cells. The findings highlight promising research areas like rapamycin and cellular reprogramming, while emphasizing the need for caution in the face of hyped claims and potential conflicts of interest within the growing anti-aging industry.

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·April 18, 2018·4 min read

ALS Treatment Delays Disease and Extends Life: Mouse Study

Researchers report transplanting altered neural stem cells into the brains of mice genetically engineered to exhibit symptoms of ALS, delayed the progression of the disease and extended lifespan.

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·July 21, 2015·5 min read

Altering Our RNA to Increase Lifespan

Researchers report altering the RNA helicases in roundworms doubles their lifespans. They believe a similar technique could also work on human cells.

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·April 15, 2016·3 min read

Americans Living Longer With Disability or Health Issues

A new study reports Americans are living longer, but tend to be in poorer health.

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·April 16, 2018·8 min read

Americans with a College Education Live Longer Without Dementia

Two new studies from researchers at USC provide fresh insight into Alzheimer's risks. Researchers say attending college can stave off dementia and help retain memories in old age. Additionally, researchers report reducing diabetes and hypertension after 50 could increase longevity in people with Alzheimer's disease.

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·July 23, 2021·4 min read

Americans With Higher Net Worth at Midlife Tend to Live Longer

People who are financially more comfortable during mid-life tend to live longer, researchers say.

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·November 16, 2017·13 min read

An Internal Fountain of Youth: Why These Amish Live Longer and Healthier

Researchers have identified a genetic mutation in an extended Amish family that allow them to live 10 percent longer and have 10 percent longer telomeres than other Amish kindred members who do not have the mutation. People with this mutation also have a lower diabetes risk and lower vascular aging, researchers note.