The Buck Institute has opened a unique research centre focused on the relationship between female fertility and ageing. Named the Reproductive Biology Hub, this centre supports scientists wishing to understand how the ageing process affects the female reproductive organs. It is the first and only centre in the world to offer this special combination of expertise.
Women are less frequently included in ageing research, even though hormonal changes have a major impact on the body and health. The new hub helps researchers to find the right questions and methods to investigate the link between ageing and reproductive health. This includes looking at, for example, the ageing of the ovaries and potential ways to improve their function.
The centre offers not only facilities and technology, but also guidance and collaboration with experts. This makes it easier for scientists to gain new insights and make faster progress. In this way, it becomes possible to better understand why certain health issues arise and how women's health at a later age can be promoted.
This development is an important step forward in research into healthy ageing in women. By focusing on female biology, more targeted treatments and advice can be developed that contribute to a longer and better quality of life. This is a valuable addition to existing research on ageing.
Source: Buck Institute
