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2025-09
“Time may not speak, but it leaves its fingerprints—at the molecular level.” Why do some 60-year-olds still brimming with energy, while others already feel drained and overwhelmed? The answer lies hidden within biomarkers of aging. On September 11, Nature Reviews Molecular Cell Biology published a comprehensive review titled “Biomarkers of ageing in humans and non-human primates,” which, for the first time, takes primates as the central focus to systematically map out the “aging fingerprint” spanning from cellular to organ-level processes—and ultimately to the individual.
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2025-09
From the "elixir of immortality" in mythology to today's anti-aging health trends, humanity's yearning for "eternal life" has never waned. Yet, in the eyes of scientists, so-called immortality isn't a myth—it's a medical reality that may be just around the corner. In 2006, Japanese scientist Shinya Yamanaka successfully "rejuvenated" ordinary skin cells in his lab, transforming them back into versatile pluripotent stem cells capable of developing into any cell type in the body—welcome to the world of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs)!
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2025-09
When we think about slowing down aging, our minds often conjure images of expensive interventions, cutting-edge drugs, or sophisticated gene technologies. Yet, a study published in March 2025 in the international journal *Aging and Disease* has shattered those expectations—revealing that even common kitchen spices like ginger and rosemary may activate the cellular "longevity switch" AMPK, significantly extending the lifespan of fruit flies while also improving their overall health!
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2025-09
Shingles is a disease caused by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV), which not only leads to a painful rash but can also trigger a range of serious complications—especially for older adults and individuals with weakened immune systems!
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2025-09
On August 16, 2024, the Future Science Prize announced its 2024 winners. Professor Deng Hongkui, Boya Chair Professor at Peking University and Leading Scientist at Changping Laboratory, was awarded the "Life Sciences Prize" for his groundbreaking work in pioneering chemical methods to reprogram somatic cells into pluripotent stem cells—revolutionizing the way we understand and manipulate cellular fate and state. Often referred to as a "magician," Professor Deng's research holds the potential to repair damaged, diseased, or aging cells, paving the way for future advancements that could push the boundaries of human health and longevity.