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Gerontology

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Study of the biological, psychological, and social aspects of aging

The comprehensive study of aging and the problems of the aged.

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Transformative $37 million investment will create alliance to advance breakthroughs in aging research, clinical care

Brown University announced a $37 million investment to establish an alliance focused on accelerating breakthroughs in aging research and clinical care. The initiative aims to bridge the gap between laboratory discoveries and practical healthspan improvements for older populations.

Brown University·2026-09-18

Scientists found a new way to slow aging inside cells

Researchers from the Tokyo Metropolitan Institute for Geriatrics and Gerontology discovered that enhancing mitochondrial energy production can extend healthspan and lifespan in mice. The study suggests that improving cellular power output helps reduce oxidative stress and inflammation associated with aging.

ScienceDaily·2026-09-14

Could a Decades-Old Diabetes Drug Help the Body Age More Slowly?

This article explores the potential of the diabetes drug metformin as a geroscience candidate for delaying age-related diseases. It discusses recent clinical trial results and the ongoing debate regarding its efficacy in targeting the underlying biology of human aging.

SciTechDaily·2026-09-14

New way to assess pace of aging could accelerate anti-aging breakthroughs

Researchers have identified twelve 'aging rate indicators' that could allow scientists to measure the effectiveness of anti-aging interventions much faster than current methods. This approach aims to overcome the long wait times typically required to observe lifespan changes in research.

EurekAlert!·2026-09-17

Systems biology of aging – Juulia Jylhävä's research group

This research group at the Karolinska Institutet focuses on the systems biology of aging, integrating epidemiology, genetics, and molecular data to understand the aging process. The page highlights recent publications, including studies on frailty changes following hip fractures in older adults.

Karolinska Institutet·2026-09-19

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