A Caution Not to Forget the Continued Need for Fundamental Research into Aging

Source https://www.fightaging.org/archives/2022/02/a-caution-not-to-forget-the-continued-need-for-fundamental-research-into-aging/

A growing longevity industry is picking up ongoing academic projects in increasing numbers and working towards the clinical availability of therapies to treat aging. Amidst all the light and noise, one of the researchers in the field here asks for us not to overlook the need for more fundamental research. I agree, though I’d say that the most important portion of research not to be overlooked are the projects in the SENS rejuvenation biotechnology portfolio yet to make it to enthusiastic commercial development. To my eyes, the fastest way to find out more about how aging works is to implement and test specific rejuvenation strategies, each of which addresses only a narrow aspect of aging.

João Pedro de Magalhães has dedicated his career to understanding the biological puzzle of aging. W…

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