The brain doesn’t act like a pile of isolated cells — it behaves like a neighborhood where neighbors shape each other’s behavior. Over a lifetime, that local “social network” influences…

The “immortal” jellyfish, Turritopsis dohrnii, can reset its life cycle after a lethal injury. About the size of a pea, this little sea creature settles on the seafloor, retracts its…

Most aging research comes from animal experiments, but human data are beginning to form a clear picture. The story starts in 1935 at Cornell University. Professor Clive McCay split rats…

People who sing, paint, or regularly visit exhibitions and museums show a slower pace of aging, a new study from University College London (UCL) found. The study’s lead author, Professor…

A new study from researchers at Yale University in the U.S. found that attitudes toward aging can substantially alter the course of aging. Psychology professor Becca Levy and Dr. Martin…

We all remember those summers that seemed to stretch on forever—until the new backpack and bright notebooks pushed away the urge to stay at the pool. As adults, summer flies…

A new study from the University of Helsinki suggests that both having lots of children — and having none — can speed up biological aging. The researchers also identified how…

As we age, we face more challenges related to personal grooming. For instance, areas of the body that were once ignored in youth start to sprout more hair. This is…

Cutting back on ultra-processed foods and sticking to a balanced diet can improve several key indicators of healthy aging in older adults. That’s the conclusion from a team at South…

Here’s another reason to age gracefully. A recent study from the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow found that people who plan to have children are more likely to choose partners…

This world’s most popular beverage not only energizes us but may also help slow biological aging. The study also suggests coffee could have benefits for people with mental health conditions.…

A new study from researchers at King’s College London has revealed that consuming dark chocolate may contribute to a longer life. So feel free to add desserts made with real…

Psychologists call the first battle with aging the crisis of 40–45, with the next significant crisis occurring between 60 and 70. Feelings of loss, disappointment, and helplessness often accompany this…

A new large-scale study shows that people who speak two or more languages are less likely to age rapidly. The more languages someone knows, the stronger their defense against the…

Identifying heart risks and signs of aging through a simple eye scan allows for early diagnosis and treatment of diseases. A new study by a British-Canadian research team provides compelling…

We often treat insomnia as a minor inconvenience: if you didn’t sleep well, you can catch up tomorrow. But new research shows that when difficulty falling asleep or waking during…

Bioengineers from Binghamton University (USA) say they have uncovered the secret mechanics of skin wrinkling. As we age, skin stretches in one direction while contracting in another. This process, akin…

A team from the Chinese Academy of Sciences reports that the body’s aging process hits a turning point around age 50. By examining changes in proteins in people of varying…

The results may be surprising — even a little harsh. Many people spend a lot of time caring for their bodies to look younger. But according to the younger generation,…

The speed at which our bodies age and wear down doesn’t always match our chronological age. That gap helps researchers predict life expectancy and disease risk. An international team has…

Even people who start learning an instrument later in life can get significant brain-health benefits. That’s the conclusion of two recent studies. Researchers found that older adults who play instruments…

Aging is inevitable. But it can happen at different speeds depending on where someone lives. Environmental, social, and political conditions can significantly influence how quickly people age. According to a…

The research, led by Dr. Abidemi Otaiq of the British Institute for Dementia Research and Imperial College London, was presented at the Congress of the European Academy of Neurology (EAN).…

We’ve often heard that as we age, our sleep deteriorates, becoming restless and less restorative than it was in our youth. Factors such as changes in circadian rhythms, increased nighttime…

Researchers at City of Hope found that waistlines expand with age because aging stem cells become more active. Many people face this age-related change, which can be disheartening. But it’s…

A team of researchers from three universities—Harvard (USA), the University of Copenhagen (Denmark), and the University of Montreal (Canada)—has identified an optimal diet for healthy aging. By healthy aging, the…

Gray hair is one of the most visible signs of aging, and for many people it triggers anxiety. For men, graying can amplify midlife worries. For women, unexpected changes in…

Researchers at Stony Brook University have pinpointed the age when human cognitive function starts to slip. Analyzing brain scans and tests from 19,300 volunteers, they found cognitive decline begins around…

A team of Stanford researchers led by Eric Hanushek believes that honing math and reading skills should be a constant endeavor—at work, at home, everywhere possible. This new study suggests…

A new study by researchers at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), using mice and human samples, found that as we age, “dormant” X chromosomes can “wake up” in…

A new study arrives as the world ages. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that 17 percent of the global population is now 60 years old or older. The researchers…

Researchers at the Karolinska Institute and the University of Gothenburg in Sweden conducted a study examining biological signals that indicate brain health in 739 cognitively healthy 70-year-olds. The study found…

Researchers identified 13 blood proteins linked to brain aging. Shifts in those proteins’ levels in the blood may indicate a person’s brain age. The team hopes the finding could eventually…

A team of neurologists from the University of California, San Francisco, analyzed sleep quality and cognitive abilities in about 600 individuals with an average age of 40. The findings revealed…

Scientists haven’t confirmed a direct link between age and hangover severity. But there are several reasons older people may feel far worse after a night of drinking than they did…

When you stand on one leg, a wobble or fall can reveal that your body is aging faster than you thought. Researchers at the Mayo Clinic in Minnesota say the…

Do you believe you become more forgetful as you age? It turns out that just the thought of impending forgetfulness can be enough to trigger a decline in cognitive performance.…

A large new study confirms that challenging mental activities help keep the brain healthier as we age. The most accessible and popular activities people use are puzzles, crosswords, and reading…

For many women, the appearance of the first gray hair can be a real shock. New research suggests it happens sooner than many expect. A team of hair-health experts conducted…

A university team analyzed mortality data from some of the world’s longest-lived communities and found that the rapid rise in life expectancy from the 20th century has sharply slowed over…

The team from the Immunology Department at Weill Cornell Medical Center in New York has taken another step toward slowing human aging. Ancient viruses, whose DNA has been carried in…

A team at Stanford University found that aging isn’t a slow, steady process. That helps explain sudden spikes in health problems that show up at certain points in life. If…

Researchers at the University of California, Berkeley found a link between excessive sugar intake and a person’s biological age. They warn that added sugar can speed up the biological aging…

Scientists have long linked physical exercise to better brain health. New research shows that the cognitive benefits from certain types of physical activity can persist in older adults for at…

The way we walk—its pace and smoothness—can indicate our overall health and reveal subtle signs of aging. As we get older, our bodies lose muscle mass, strength, and muscle quality.…

A team of researchers at Memorial University of Newfoundland in St. John’s, Canada reached that conclusion. Typically, aging takes a toll on memory. Names, events, and timelines can become somewhat…

Home Instead, an international organization, released findings from its new study, “The New Aging Index.” The group surveyed 1,000 British adults of different ages about many aspects of life —…