longevity

Scientists have discovered a fatal flaw in the 'zombie cells' that drive aging and cancer, using new drugs to trigger a violent, iron-driven self-destruction. 5月 13, 2026

Researchers have identified a fatal vulnerability in senescent cells that drive cancer and aging, potentially turning chemotherapy's biggest side effect into its most potent weapo… 5月 13, 2026

New genomic research reveals that humans share the ancient metabolic circuitry used by hibernating animals, offering a potential roadmap for treating Type 2 diabetes and organ str… 5月 12, 2026

Scientists have finally sequenced the massive, 25-billion-base-pair genome of the Great Basin bristlecone pine, uncovering the biological trade-offs of the world’s oldest living o… 4月 18, 2026

A team at Fudan University built a molybdenum‑disulfide radio system that survived months in orbit and—based on radiation data and modelling—could last 271 years in high‑radiation… 2月 21, 2026

A new Viewpoint highlights an extraordinary Brazilian cohort of centenarians and supercentenarians whose admixed genomes, immune signatures and life histories may reveal protectiv… 1月 06, 2026

A roundup of research from HRS, RAND, Boston College and insurers shows money helps — but only so far. Guaranteed income, a written plan, zero debt and strong relationships matter… 12月 25, 2025

Laurent Simons, a Belgian prodigy who has just earned a PhD in quantum physics, is now pursuing medical research with AI and has publicly described ambitions to develop human enha… 12月 10, 2025

New research finds bowhead whales use an unusually powerful DNA‑repair system — driven by a cold‑activated protein called CIRBP — that may explain their 200‑plus year lifespans an… 11月 18, 2025