Scientists decipher mechanisms in cells for extending human longevity

Nov 11, 2017

Scientists decipher mechanisms in cells for extending human longevity

Posted by Anderson Tan in categories: biological, computing, engineering, life extension

Aging cells periodically switch their chromatin state. The image illustrates the “on” and “off” patterns in individual cells. (credit: UC San Diego)

A team of scientists at the University of California San Diego led by biologist Nan Hao have combined engineering, computer science, and biology technologies to decode the molecular processes in cells that influence aging.