Researchers discover how cells repair structures that contribute to longevity
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A new study describes how cells repair damaged lysosomes, which promote longevity by eliminating or recycling cellular trash.
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Scientists leverage common virus for life extension
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Researchers at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School have found a way to use a common virus to deliver gene therapy that extended the lifespan of test mice, improved their physical performance, and reduced their cells’ age.
Read MoreThose early-bird dining specials may help you live a longer life
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The next time you go out for dinner, you may want to consider an early-bird special. A new study suggests that eating earlier and avoiding late-night snacks can extend the lifespan.
Read MoreWhat does it mean to be 90 vs 50 years-old?
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What defines an average 90-year-old scientifically?
What defines a 50-year-old?
How could we make 90 the new 50 by 2030?
Study Projects Significant Increase in Lifespan by 2030
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Worldwide, lifespans are predicted to increase, with South Korea leading the pack. South Korean women born in 2030 are expected to live an average of 90.8 years, an increase of 6.6 years from those born in 2010.
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