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Can humans live longer? Maybe.
William Mair—whose lab focuses on the biology of the aging process—was a guest on a Nov. 29 podcast focused on the limits of human longevity.
Life expectancy may be reaching upper limits—for now
William Mair, professor of molecular metabolism at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, shares what researchers know about the biology of aging, the importance of improving health span, and the need to take moonshots.
Long-running Nurses’ Health Study seeking to diversify funding
For nearly five decades, the Nurses’ Health Study has investigated the risk factors for the most prevalent chronic diseases in women and thousands of scientific articles have drawn on its data. The study may come to an untimely…
Improving radiation therapy for cancer
At the 27th annual John B. Little Symposium, held Oct. 11 at Harvard Chan School, researchers discussed a wide range of advances in radiation therapy for cancer.
Overall diet matters for healthy aging
While there is no one-size-fits-all diet for longevity, eating patterns that emphasize unprocessed or minimally processed foods including vegetables, whole grains, nuts and legumes, seem to support healthy aging
Racial, economic injustice may accelerate epigenetic aging
Nancy Krieger, professor of social epidemiology, discusses her most recent study about epigenetic aging and early life and adult exposure to racial, economic, and environmental injustice.
Nutritious diet in midlife linked to healthier aging
Eating a nutritious diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and unsaturated fats throughout midlife may increase the odds of aging healthfully, according to a new Harvard Chan School study.
Experiencing gratitude associated with greater longevity among older adults
Older women who scored highest in an assessment measuring gratitude had a 9% lower risk of death, according to a new Harvard Chan School study.
Chronic loneliness may increase stroke risk among older adults
In a Harvard Chan School study of loneliness and stroke risk, older adults who experienced chronic loneliness had a 56% higher risk of stroke than those who consistently reported not being lonely.
Replacing TV watching with exercise could promote healthy aging
People may be able to improve their chances of healthy aging if they substitute sedentary behaviors such as watching TV with physical activity, according to a study by Harvard Chan School researchers.
