Tag: Programmed Aging

Modern Biological Theories of Aging

This 2010 review by Kunlin Jin provides a comprehensive overview of current biological theories explaining the aging process, categorizing them into two broad groups: programmed theories and damage (or error) theories. Programmed theories suggest that aging is regulated by genetically controlled processes, including hormonal changes, immune decline, and epigenetic modifications.

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Is Programmed Aging a Cause for Optimism?

This 2015 review by Josh Mitteldorf explores the concept of programmed aging, suggesting that aging may be an active, genetically regulated process rather than solely the result of wear and tear. The author argues that if aging is programmatically controlled, it could be more amenable to therapeutic interventions aimed at

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