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Algae4IBD conference highlights seaweed-driven health innovations

Leading academics from universities and research organizations across Europe and America, and companies and SMEs interested in developing foods, supplements and pharmaceuticals targeting pain and inflammation will gather for the Algae4IBD Conference and Industry Summit, taking place at the Conference Center, Teagasc Food Research Center, Ashtown, Dublin 15 from March 4th-6th, 2026.

31 Jan 2026

Human life span found to be far more heritable than previously believed

An analysis of twin cohort data suggests that human life span is far more heritable than previously believed.

31 Jan 2026

Research reveals a link between defective DNA repair and immune-driven inflammatory disease

Unrepaired DNA-protein crosslinks (DPCs) – highly toxic tangles of protein and DNA – cause a process that leads to premature aging and embryonic lethality in mice.

31 Jan 2026

Family remains central to elder care responsibilities in America

Americans believe that the family as a whole-especially a spouse or partner-is responsible for caring for an older adult.

30 Jan 2026

Cardiology consults post-surgery may reduce heart risks and mortality rates

An estimated 4.2 million people die within 30 days of surgery worldwide each year. A new study, published in the European Heart Journal today (Thursday), suggests that deaths and serious heart disease might be prevented if some patients see a specialist heart doctor as part of their post-surgery care.

30 Jan 2026

Research uncovers trade-offs in aging muscle stem cell functionality

Aging muscles heal more slowly after injury - a frustrating reality familiar to many older adults.

30 Jan 2026

DNA repair enzyme failure triggers inflammation and accelerates aging in cells

If severe DNA damage is not repaired, the consequences for the health of cells and tissues are dramatic.

30 Jan 2026

Research uncovers why certain brain cells are more resilient to tau protein buildup

New research by UCLA Health and UC San Francisco has uncovered why certain brain cells are more resilient than others to the buildup of a toxic protein that is a hallmark of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, potentially leading to new targets for therapies or treatments.

30 Jan 2026

Navigating the multi-dimensional world of modern cancer research

An enduring challenge for the study of human cancer is just how complex it is: how many different ways there are for cancers to originate, progress, and spread in the people who are diagnosed with them.

30 Jan 2026

Genetic inheritance and life experience leave distinct epigenetic marks in immune cells

The COVID-19 pandemic gave us tremendous perspective on how wildly symptoms and outcomes can vary between patients experiencing the same infection.

29 Jan 2026

Remote cognitive and occupational therapy shows promise for improving stroke recovery

In the U.S., a stroke happens roughly every 40 seconds. That means, in the time it takes to read a five-minute news article, more than seven Americans will have experienced this life-changing medical event, which is a leading cause of death and serious long-term disability across the country.

29 Jan 2026

Older adults' driving habits may provide early warning signs of cognitive decline or dementia

Older adults' driving habits revealed clues about their brain health and may provide early warning signs of cognitive decline or dementia, according to a preliminary study to be presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2026.

29 Jan 2026

Smartwatch app to track social interactions of stroke survivors may help maximize recovery

A smartwatch app designed to measure social interactions of hospitalized stroke survivors may enable new treatments to preserve or enhance cognition, social engagement and quality of life after a stroke, according to a preliminary study to be presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2026.

29 Jan 2026

Aging News and Research

Algae4IBD conference highlights seaweed-driven health innovations

Human life span found to be far more heritable than previously believed

Research reveals a link between defective DNA repair and immune-driven inflammatory disease

Family remains central to elder care responsibilities in America

Cardiology consults post-surgery may reduce heart risks and mortality rates

Research uncovers trade-offs in aging muscle stem cell functionality

DNA repair enzyme failure triggers inflammation and accelerates aging in cells

Research uncovers why certain brain cells are more resilient to tau protein buildup

Navigating the multi-dimensional world of modern cancer research

Genetic inheritance and life experience leave distinct epigenetic marks in immune cells

Remote cognitive and occupational therapy shows promise for improving stroke recovery

Older adults' driving habits may provide early warning signs of cognitive decline or dementia

Smartwatch app to track social interactions of stroke survivors may help maximize recovery

Medicare Advantage insurers face new curbs on overcharges in Trump plan that reins in payments

Neighborhood disadvantage accelerates biological aging through emotional distress

Combination therapy improves cognition in Alzheimer’s models

'Evening people' more likely to have poor cardiovascular health

Purdue researchers discover new therapeutic target for triple-negative breast cancer

Richer social environments linked to better cognitive health in aging adults

New research initiative aims to develop retinal screening tool for Alzheimer's

Evaluating new approaches for rare disease genomics

Expanding access to NMR with the Fourier 80 Duo

Advancing Intracellular Delivery with LumiPore®

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