A study in mice concluded that memory problems associated with age may be driven by our gut microbiome and that the vagus nerve may be key to reversing it.

Garlic compounds prolong life and preserve memory and strength in mice, revealing a potential ally against aging.

The search for an anti-aging pill is gaining momentum as biotech companies backed by Silicon Valley investors explore ...

For sexual reproduction to yield healthy offspring, newly generated oocytes—immature egg cells—must receive the correct amount of DNA after cell division. This process of segregating chromosomes ...

Geroscience examines the underlying biology of aging to delay chronic diseases and extend the healthy years of human life.

The first cell rejuvenation therapy is set to enter clinics, testing if aging cells can be reset to a younger, healthier ...

Scientists have long been fascinated by tiny molecules called polyamines. These molecules exist in every living cell, from simple bacteria to human beings. They help cells grow, divide, and carry out ...

Blood pressure is one of the most important measurements doctors use to understand a person’s health. It shows how strongly blood pushes against the walls of the arteries as the heart pumps. For many ...

A new study reveals a connection between early life trauma and adult brain aging. Adults reporting severe childhood stress ...

Older adults with exceptional memories continue to grow new brain cells. A recent study published in the journal Nature shows ...

Researchers from Brown University and the University of Rochester will lead a multi-institution project to test whether reducing DNA-triggered inflammation can help older adults stay healthier for ...