A new vaccine that alters senescent cells in a way that pushes the immune system into removing them

by Bob Yirka , Medical XpressFig. 1: GPNMB is a potential candidate of seno-antigen. Credit: DOI: 10.1038/s43587-021-00151-2A team of researchers affiliated with a large number of institutions in Japa

Updated on: March 25,2024

A new vaccine that alters senescent cells in a way that pushes the immune system into removing them

by Bob Yirka , Medical XpressFig. 1: GPNMB is a potential candidate of seno-antigen. Credit: DOI: 10.1038/s43587-021-00151-2A team of researchers affiliated with a large number of institutions in Japa

Updated on:March 25,2024

Genetic condition hemochromatosis linked to higher levels of disease in older people

by University of ExeterCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA large-scale study has found that some people whose genetics are linked to the common iron overload condition hemochromatosis have substan

Updated on: March 20,2024

Genetic condition hemochromatosis linked to higher levels of disease in older people

by University of ExeterCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA large-scale study has found that some people whose genetics are linked to the common iron overload condition hemochromatosis have substan

Updated on:March 20,2024

13.9 percent of older adults meet federal physical activity guidelines

by Elana GotkineOverall, 13.9 percent of adults age 65 years and older met the federal physical activity guidelines for both aerobic and muscle-strengthening activities in 2022, according to a study p

Updated on: December 25,2024

13.9 percent of older adults meet federal physical activity guidelines

by Elana GotkineOverall, 13.9 percent of adults age 65 years and older met the federal physical activity guidelines for both aerobic and muscle-strengthening activities in 2022, according to a study p

Updated on:December 25,2024

Defense against joint degeneration

by Thamarasee Jeewandara , Medical XpressThe role of ITGBL1 in facial cartilage development in X. laevis embryos. A) Alcian blue-stained images of craniofacial cartilages in control and Itgbl1-rescued

Updated on: March 30,2024

Defense against joint degeneration

by Thamarasee Jeewandara , Medical XpressThe role of ITGBL1 in facial cartilage development in X. laevis embryos. A) Alcian blue-stained images of craniofacial cartilages in control and Itgbl1-rescued

Updated on:March 30,2024

Leqembi Is Now Approved For Alzheimer’s Treatment: What To Know

The journey of lecanemab from research to approval underscores the importance of continued investment in Alzheimer's research and the development of innovative therapies.

Updated on: July 19,2024

Leqembi Is Now Approved For Alzheimer’s Treatment: What To Know

The journey of lecanemab from research to approval underscores the importance of continued investment in Alzheimer's research and the development of innovative therapies.

Updated on:July 19,2024

New evidence-based guideline for the management of osteoporosis in men

byInternational Osteoporosis FoundationImprovements in BMD with anti-osteoporosis medications. The figure provides a representation of the percentage improvement of total hip bone mineral densit

Updated on: March 27,2024

New evidence-based guideline for the management of osteoporosis in men

byInternational Osteoporosis FoundationImprovements in BMD with anti-osteoporosis medications. The figure provides a representation of the percentage improvement of total hip bone mineral densit

Updated on:March 27,2024

Study investigates vascular dysfunction as mechanism underlying link between heart and bone health in older adults

by Hebrew SeniorLife Hinda and Arthur Marcus Institute for Aging ResearchCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainOsteoporosis and cardiovascular disease tend to co-occur in older adults. A new study publishe

Updated on: July 10,2024

Study investigates vascular dysfunction as mechanism underlying link between heart and bone health in older adults

by Hebrew SeniorLife Hinda and Arthur Marcus Institute for Aging ResearchCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainOsteoporosis and cardiovascular disease tend to co-occur in older adults. A new study publishe

Updated on:July 10,2024

Scientists discover new T cells and genes related to immune disorders

byRIKENA newly developed method called ReapTEC allowed the discovery of thouands of active bidirectional enhancers. Further anaylis of GWAS data revelaed that various immune-mediated diseases, l

Updated on: July 05,2024

Scientists discover new T cells and genes related to immune disorders

byRIKENA newly developed method called ReapTEC allowed the discovery of thouands of active bidirectional enhancers. Further anaylis of GWAS data revelaed that various immune-mediated diseases, l

Updated on:July 05,2024

With modification, CAR T cells can attack senescent cells, leading to slower aging in mice

byCold Spring Harbor LaboratorySenescent cells (blue) accumulate as we age. CAR T cells can be programmed to seek them out and destroy them. The image above shows healthy pancreatic tissue sampl

Updated on: April 23,2024

With modification, CAR T cells can attack senescent cells, leading to slower aging in mice

byCold Spring Harbor LaboratorySenescent cells (blue) accumulate as we age. CAR T cells can be programmed to seek them out and destroy them. The image above shows healthy pancreatic tissue sampl

Updated on:April 23,2024

New findings reveal important insights into age-related nonresolving inflammation

by ElsevierResolvin-D2 (RvD2), when added ex vivo, acted directly on the bone marrow to induce a specific increase in monocyte/macrophage progenitors and reduce steatosis and collagen deposition.

Updated on: January 28,2024

New findings reveal important insights into age-related nonresolving inflammation

by ElsevierResolvin-D2 (RvD2), when added ex vivo, acted directly on the bone marrow to induce a specific increase in monocyte/macrophage progenitors and reduce steatosis and collagen deposition.

Updated on:January 28,2024

AI and Plasma Proteomics: Predicting Parkinson’s Disease 7 Years in Advance

Updated on: June 19,2024

AI and Plasma Proteomics: Predicting Parkinson’s Disease 7 Years in Advance

Updated on:June 19,2024

Has Human Lifespan Reached Its "Ceiling"?

Olshansky says, "While more people may live to 100 or beyond this century, these cases will remain outliers and won't significantly raise the average lifespan."

Updated on: October 16,2024

Has Human Lifespan Reached Its "Ceiling"?

Olshansky says, "While more people may live to 100 or beyond this century, these cases will remain outliers and won't significantly raise the average lifespan."

Updated on:October 16,2024