Ageing

Who wants to live forever?

Article Martin Rees 1 - 19 Jul 2019

Longevity enthusiasts believe immortality is a worthwhile goal. But refugees from the past could create problems for future generations

Ageing and the secrets of our genes

Article Erika Hayasaki & Bhekisisa Team - 30 May 2019

A rare condition has caused this man’s body to age at super speed. Why?

Apple a day keeps Grim Squeaker away*

Article bogdan TagDiv - 13 Jul 2018

There have been many success stories in efforts to extend the human lifespan in the past 200 years

Speak more than one language? This is what it does to your brain.

Article bogdan TagDiv - 29 May 2018

Speaking more than one language could lead to better tests scores and even being a more empathetic person.

Crowe Magnon misses the point

Article bogdan TagDiv - 2 Jul 2015

Actor Russell Crowe is grossly mistaken when he thinks that there are enough roles for older women if only they'd not want to play 21-year-olds.

Forever young no longer just a dream

Article bogdan TagDiv - 20 Mar 2015

American researchers think it will help to get rid of senescent cells, that were previously thought of as inert instead of trouble-causers.

Fancy some more T, vicar?

Article bogdan TagDiv - 4 Jul 2014

Testosterone may well help with male aging issues – if you don't mind the moobs.

DNA that sets your body clock

Article bogdan TagDiv - 24 Oct 2013

Scientists are finding that various parts of the human body wind down at different rates, writes Ian Sample.

What it feels like to be old

Article bogdan TagDiv - 12 Jul 2012

An innovative suit gives medical students an idea of what the elderly experience in their daily lives, writes Kate Connolly.

So how long will you live?

Article bogdan TagDiv - 14 Oct 2011

Far from presenting you with a fait accompli, the telomere test's value may lie in extending your life.

Too much TV may shorten your life

Article bogdan TagDiv - 30 Aug 2011

Watching too much television could shorten your life, a study suggests.

Warding off the effects of ageing through meditation

Article bogdan TagDiv - 13 May 2011

A study at a Buddhist retreat suggests eastern relaxation techniques can protect our chromosomes from degenerating.

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UKZN scientists make the grade

IT Web - 29 Jan 2020

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IT Web - 28 Jan 2020

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