Lifespan in flies is extended by limiting the activity of a group of proteins called GATA transcription factors (TFs), giving clues to how a moderate reduction in food intake protects against multiple ageing-related diseases, ...
Apr 17, 2018
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A new large-scale international study expands the number of genetic markers now known to be associated with exceptional longevity.
Dec 7, 2017
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Cystic fibrosis is an inherited disorder caused by genetic mutations that disrupt the normal movement of chloride in and out of cells. Among other health problems, cystic fibrosis compromises the lungs' ability to fight infection ...
Oct 25, 2017
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People who are overweight cut their life expectancy by two months for every extra kilogramme of weight they carry, research suggests.
Oct 13, 2017
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A University of Birmingham academic has led the authorship of the UK's first guideline on the care of adults with systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus).
Oct 9, 2017
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Almost a century ago, scientists discovered that cutting calorie intake could dramatically extend lifespan in certain animal species. Despite numerous studies since, however, researchers have been unable to explain precisely ...
Sep 14, 2017
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Dutch researchers claimed Thursday to have discovered the maximum age "ceiling" for human lifespan, despite growing life expectancy because of better nutrition, living conditions and medical care.
Aug 31, 2017
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The answer to how long each of us will live is partly encoded in our genome. Researchers have identified 16 genetic markers associated with a decreased lifespan, including 14 new to science. This is the largest set of markers ...
Jul 27, 2017
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Emma Morano passed away last April. At 117 years old, the Italian woman was the oldest known living human being.
Jun 28, 2017
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Exactly when does old age begin? Which health markers best predict who will live a long and healthy life versus a life spent in poor health?
Jun 6, 2017
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