New Study Predicts Major Leap in Global Life Expectancy by 2050
The most recent results from the Global Burden of Disease Study (GBD) 2021, recently published in The Lancet, predict a rise in global life expectancy…
Lifespan News
Lifespan refers to the maximum duration of life that an organism can achieve under ideal circumstances. It varies significantly across different species, influenced by genetic, environmental, and evolutionary factors. In humans, lifespan has seen a significant increase over centuries due to improvements in medicine, nutrition, and overall living conditions. Factors such as genetics, lifestyle choices, and social conditions also play critical roles in determining the lifespan of an individual. For example, diseases, accidents, diet, and stress levels can significantly affect longevity. In the broader biological context, certain species like some turtles and birds can live for over a century, while others, such as some insects, may have lifespans of only a few days. Research into lifespan also involves studying aging, which is the gradual decline in physiological function with time, exploring ways to extend healthy life, and understanding the biological mechanisms that dictate the aging process.
Live Longer: Scientists Discover Method To Offset Effects of Life-Shortening Genes by Over 60%
An unhealthy lifestyle increases the risk of death by 78%, regardless of genetic predispositions. An analysis of data from multiple extensive long-term studies, published in…
Breaking the Rules – Important Molecular Pathway for Control of Aging Discovered
Research on the roundworm species C. elegans has demonstrated that disruptions in the transfer of RNA between cells across various tissues can lead to a…
1 in 25 Carry Genes Linked to a Shortened Lifespan
Scientists at deCODE genetics, a subsidiary of Amgen, have published a study exploring the relationship between specific genotypes found in the Icelandic population and their…
New Study: Bivalves May Hold the Secret to a Longer Life
For hundreds of years, the pursuit of the legendary “fountain of youth” symbolized humanity’s desire for longevity. In modern times, this quest has found new…
A Troubling Trend: Life Expectancy Gender Gap Continues To Widen
Analysis reveals that COVID-19 and increasing ‘deaths of despair’ contribute to a trend escalating since 2010. For over a hundred years, we’ve known that females…
Scientists Have Discovered Some of the Oldest Animals in the World Living in a Place You Wouldn’t Expect
A recent study found some of the oldest animals in the world living in a place you wouldn’t expect: fishes in the Arizona desert. Scientists…
Have a Sedentary Lifestyle? Do This To Decrease Your Risk of Death
Higher daily counts are associated with a reduced risk regardless of sitting time in those over 50. Engaging in just 20-25 minutes of daily physical…
Unlocking Longevity Secrets: How a Diabetes Drug Promises Longer Life
Metformin, a widely prescribed drug for type 2 diabetes, not only reduces blood sugar levels but has also been shown to increase the lifespan of…
Nature’s Anti-Aging Blueprint: How Naked Mole-Rats Are Redefining What We Know About Aging
Researchers from Japan have discovered a unique species-specific mechanism used by naked mole rats to resist age-related deterioration and diseases. The naked mole-rat (NMR), or…
Not All Weight Loss Is Good: The Counterintuitive Finding That Could Extend Your Lifespan
According to a study led by the University of California San Diego, older women who maintained their weight after turning 60 had a greater likelihood…
New Breakthrough Paves the Way for Extending Human Lifespan – Scientists Successfully Transfer Longevity Gene
The successful transfer of a gene that produces HMW-HA paves the way for improving the health and lifespan of humans, too. In a groundbreaking endeavor,…
Decoding Lifespan: New DNA Research Unveils Secrets of Aging
UCLA scientists lead groundbreaking studies on mammalian aging and life span. Researchers from the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine and UCLA Health led an…
Scientists Discover That a Japanese Delicacy Could Extend Lifespan and Reduce Stress
Consuming natto could potentially aid in alleviating stress. Health is wealth as the saying goes and now new research suggests that the key to a…
Intestinal Bacteria – The Secret to Living to 100?
We are pursuing the dream of immortality. We fast to stay healthy. Each year, we invest billions of dollars in healthcare to extend our lifespan….
NPR-8: The Protein That Could Extend Human Lifespan in a Warming World
For a long time, scientists have observed that many creatures tend to have lengthier lifespans in cooler environments compared to warmer ones. Recent studies on…
New Study Indicates That Socializing Could Extend Your Lifespan
The Chinese study suggests that engaging in social activities on a near-daily basis appears to be most beneficial. According to a study involving over 28,000…
New Study: Smells Influence Metabolism and Aging
Researchers at the University of Otago have discovered that exposure to female odors and pheromones in mice can lead to weight loss and longer lifespans….