Articles from 2023

Gene Editing

Base Editing Cures Sickle Cell Disease in Clinical Trial

A single infusion of base-edited cells eliminates symptoms in 12 patients, marking a new era for genetic medicine.

Marcus Rodriguez, MSc 5 min read

Gene Editing

CRISPR 3.0: The Next Generation of Gene Editing Is Here

Researchers announce CRISPR 3.0, a next-generation gene editing platform with 100-fold improved precision that could revolutionize longevity interventions.

Dr. Sarah Chen 6 min read

Senolytics

Unity Biotechnology Reports Positive Phase 2 Results for Senolytic Drug

Unity Biotechnology reports positive Phase 2 results for senolytic drug UBX1325, showing durable improvement in diabetic eye disease with a single injection.

Marcus Rodriguez, MSc 7 min read

Regenerative Medicine

Lab-Grown Kidneys Successfully Transplanted in Pigs

Scientists create functional kidneys from stem cells and demonstrate long-term survival in animal models, bringing us closer to solving the organ shortage...

Dr. Anna Kowalski 7 min read

Drug Delivery

Smart Implant Delivers Drugs on Demand for Years Without Refilling

A revolutionary microchip-controlled implant could transform management of chronic conditions by releasing medications precisely when needed.

James Park 5 min read

Mitochondria & Metabolism

Mitochondrial Transplantation Shows Promise in Heart Failure Patients

Pittsburgh cardiologists show that transplanting healthy mitochondria into failing heart tissue significantly improves cardiac function, opening new frontiers...

James Park 8 min read

Drug Delivery

New Lipid Nanoparticle Platform Achieves Targeted Brain Delivery

A breakthrough in nanoparticle engineering enables efficient delivery of therapeutics across the blood-brain barrier, opening new possibilities for...

Dr. Sarah Chen 5 min read

Longevity Lifestyle

The Science of Fasting: What Actually Works for Longevity

Cutting through the hype to examine what rigorous research tells us about fasting, time-restricted eating, and their effects on aging.

Dr. Anna Kowalski 8 min read

Longevity Lifestyle

Zone 2 Training: The Exercise Protocol Favored by Longevity Experts

Why slow, steady aerobic exercise might be the most effective workout for healthspan and lifespan.

Dr. Emily Watson 7 min read

Epigenetic Reprogramming

Partial Cellular Reprogramming Reverses Aging Markers in Human Cells

Stanford researchers demonstrate that brief, cyclic exposure to Yamanaka factors can reverse aging markers in human cells while maintaining cellular identity...

Dr. Emily Watson 7 min read