As we get older, the body accumulates more damaged and ageing cells. These cells are no longer able to divide and produce substances that cause inflammation.

Some viruses remain present in the body for a long time without clear symptoms. Viruses such as cytomegalovirus and other herpesviruses can gradually weaken the immune system. This leads to premature ageing of the

Researchers have discovered that some hydra species experience virtually no ageing under normal conditions. These tiny aquatic animals maintain their functions and do not die of old age. This is because their cells continuously

New research shows that the number of cancer diagnoses among adults under 55 is increasing. Scientists discovered that people from younger generations often have a higher biological age than their

There are various affordable treatments that may slow down the ageing process. Think of combinations of drugs that clear out senescent cells, stem cell therapies and the transfer of gut bacteria from young to older people

New research with mice shows that slowing down the action of growth hormone can delay ageing by about ten percent. This was achieved through a genetic modification that caused the

Researchers have been studying for decades how ageing can be slowed down. One of the most striking findings comes from experiments with mice that were given a mutation causing the growth hormone not to function properly.

New research in mice shows that the medication semaglutide, known as Ozempic, may slow down the ageing process. In the study, older, healthy mice lived longer and had better

A large international study involving over 270,000 participants shows that an elevated level of tyrosine in the blood is potentially associated with a shorter lifespan in men. Tyrosine is an amino acid

Scientists are investigating how ageing can be better measured and understood using so-called ‘ageing clocks’. These are measurement methods that estimate, using data from things like blood tests or genetics,

Research shows that children of people who live to be 100 or older often also have a longer life expectancy. They appear to have a lower risk of diseases that occur more frequently

Scientists have discovered a substance found in edible marine organisms, called plasmalogen. This substance appears to reduce a number of typical signs of ageing in the brains of older mice. For example, it improves

Bats are fascinating animals when it comes to their lifespan. Although they are small and have a high metabolism, many species of bats live surprisingly long compared to other mammals with

In the brain, certain immune cells, called microglia, take on harmful properties as they age. These microglia become senescent, which means they show signs of ageing and function less effectively. They

The Longevity Science Foundation is extending its fundraising campaign for the Invested in Her project until 1 October 2026. With this campaign, they aim to raise 250,000 dollars for research into ovarian ageing and

Metabolic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and fatty liver disease are common in people who are overweight and have a sedentary lifestyle. These conditions arise because the body handles food less effectively.

An important protein in our cells, SIRT1, helps keep our genetic material stable. This is shown by new research which reveals that SIRT1 [controls / regulates / suppresses] the activity of so-called LINE-1 elements

Recent research has shown that certain errors in protein synthesis can surprisingly extend the lifespan of fruit flies. Normally, accurate proteins are important for good health.

Mitochondria are the powerhouses of our cells and play an important role in our health as we age. Scientists have now investigated a method to better

Scientists are increasingly using ageing clocks to measure biological ageing. These clocks are created through advanced computer techniques that analyse biological data, such as blood values or imagery. They can predict how

Scientists have made new discoveries about how senescent cells spread in the brain. These cells, which no longer divide and release pro-inflammatory substances, accumulate faster as we

Researchers discovered that dogs and humans go through similar processes during ageing. In the blood of dogs, small substances were found that are related to how long they live. These

As we get older, our bodies change in many ways. An important process that is affected by this is the circadian rhythm. This rhythm ensures that our body at fixed

As people age, the composition of the gut microbiota—the collection of bacteria in our guts—changes. There is an increase in bacteria that can cause inflammation. At the same time, bacteria decrease