Human Gut-In-A-Dish Model Helps Define 'Leaky Gut'
3D human gut organoids reveal molecular system that keeps intestinal linings sealed, demonstrate how the system breaks down and how it can be strengthened with the diabetes drug metformin
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Biological Scientists Identify Pathways That Extend Lifespan by 500%
Discovery of cellular mechanisms could open door to more effective anti-aging therapies
To Scientists’ Surprise, Organs Are a Mix of Young and Old Cells
Salk scientists discover cellular structures with extreme longevity, leading to insights for age-associated diseases
Eating Mushrooms May Reduce the Risk of Cognitive Decline
Seniors who ate more than 300 grams of cooked mushrooms a week were half as likely to have mild cognitive impairment
Women’s Brains Appear Three Years Younger Than Men’s
The findings may explain why women are more likely to stay mentally sharp in later years
Machine Learning May Predict If You're in for a Healthy Old Age
Salk researchers analyze skin cells from more than 100 people of different ages to find molecular signatures that change as people get older
Researchers Detect Age-Related Differences in DNA from Blood
Researchers have discovered age- and health-related differences in fragments of DNA found floating in the bloodstream
Tomorrow's Population Will Be Larger, Heavier, and Eat More
Feeding nine billion people will require more food than has been projected
Plasticity Is Enhanced but Dysregulated in the Aging Brain
They say you can't teach old dogs new tricks, but new research shows you can teach an old rat new sounds, even if the lesson doesn't stick very long
Largest Brain Study of 62,454 Scans Identifies Drivers of Brain Aging
Schizophrenia, cannabis use, and alcohol abuse are just several disorders that are related to accelerated brain aging