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·March 22, 2019·4 min read

Sleep and aging: Two sides of one coin?

A link has been identified between oxidative stress, which has previously been linked to aging and neurodegeneration, and sleep. Oxidative stress activates neurons that control sleep function. The findings could help in the development of treatments for sleep disorders.

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·February 20, 2019·3 min read

Smell of Food Controls Cellular Recycling and Affects Life Expectancy

Researchers have identified the influence food odors have on proteostasis.

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·January 29, 2019·4 min read

Evidence of Impending Parkinson’s Disease Pandemic Identified

A new study reveals demography and the by products of industrialization are contributing to an impending Parkinson's disease pandemic.

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·January 19, 2019·4 min read

Genes Reveal Clues About People’s Potential Life Expectancy

Researchers report they are able to predict those who will live longer or die sooner than average based on examining their DNA.

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·January 11, 2019·4 min read

Meaningful Life Tied to Healthy Aging

According to researchers, older adults who engage in activities perceived to be worthwhile, such as supporting grandchildren or completing a project, have better sleep, walking speeds and experience less chronic pain.

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·January 3, 2019·4 min read

Living a Stronger and Longer Life

Researchers have identified a molecule that causes the decline of motor function and increased frailty in nematodes. Targeting the molecule with paxilline helps improve motor function and longevity.

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·December 3, 2018·3 min read

Artificial Intelligence Tracks Biological Age and Helps Rewind the Aging Clock

Researchers report artificial intelligence advancements may help to personalize immunotherapies and slow the effects of biological aging.

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·November 28, 2018·4 min read

Antibiotic Could Protect Against Neurodegenerative Diseases During Aging

A new study reveals minocycline, a popular antibiotic, can help extend lifespan and improve protein balance in aging worms. Researchers say the protective mechanism of the medication could be exploited to help prevent neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's or Parkinson's in humans.

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·November 26, 2018·3 min read

Hacking the Aging Code

A new study reveals a strategy for the development of new anti-aging therapeutics based on big data research from medical studies and biobanks.

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·November 12, 2018·3 min read

New Insights Into the Aging Brain

A new study reports klotho, a protein associated with longevity, acts as a gatekeeper that helps shield the brain from the peripheral immune system.

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·November 7, 2018·4 min read

Lifespan Continues to Increase Regardless of Socioeconomic Factors

According to a new study, people who live to the age of 65 are continuing to live longer than their parents did. Researchers say this trend does not appear to be slowing.

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·October 30, 2018·7 min read

Lifespan and Sexual Maturity Depends on Your Brain More than Your Body

A new study reveals our longevity and sexual maturity are governed by our brains, not our bodies. Researchers discovered that animals with more neurons in the cerebral cortex live longer, regardless of their body size.