Breakthroughs in Aging Research May Lead to Longer, Healthier Lives

Early studies have also shown encouraging results in reducing the signs of aging and reducing the symptoms of diseases like Alzheimer's in mice. Scientists believe that aging is not just destiny, but a biological process on which future medical intervention may be possible. AdvertisementRajdhani.Dr.Nandini Phadse, Senior Microbiologist, Devi Ahilyabai University, Indore, told Amar Ujala that research is rapidly taking place around the world on reducing the pace of aging. Techniques like partial cellular re-programming and gene therapy based on Yamanaka factors can open the way for treatments in the next 10 to 20 years that reduce the effects of aging and help prevent age-related diseases like Alzheimer's, heart disease, and cancer. The concept of'Longevity Escape Velocity'is the most talked about at this time. If one is healthy for the next 10 years, one can develop new techniques that can make one live a longer and healthier life.