When it comes to living a longer, healthier life, most people think of regular exercise and a balanced diet. These are time-tested ways to boost longevity. But recently, some have turned to prescription drugs like rapamycin, hoping it could help slow aging and extend their lifespan. So, what is rapamycin, and is it really the…

The Radiolab podcast uses special storytelling techniques to take listeners on fascinating adventures. In this episode, curiosity takes the lead, sparking a craving to know more. Radiolab contributor and narrator Avir Mitra takes us on an amazing journey. It begins with a sample of soil taken from a patch of land in a far-off part…

What Is mTOR—Exactly? mTOR is a molecule or protein (building block) inside your body. It controls functions such as cell growth, energy, cell survival, and the creation of new proteins. There is huge interest in mTOR within scientific aging circles. This is because of its role in healthspan and longevity. With a better understanding of…

Meet the Speakers The Aging Science Podcast is hosted by Kamil Pabis, aka The Aging Scientist. Pabis has the ability to explain complex scientific concepts to a broader audience. In this episode, he interviews Professor Adam Salman, a leading expert in aging research. Salman talks about the things that have the most influence on how…

Translational Geroscience: A New Model for Medicine Prepare for a shift from the traditional disease-specific approach by medics to one that's more focused on aging. Scientists believe that the old way of treating age-related diseases one by one is ending. The time has come to move away from sick care to healthcare. This is where…

How Food Influences Healthspan and Aging There is a lot of cell research going on in pursuit of understanding and improving healthspan and aging. In this study, the focus is on the protein called mTOR, which acts like a boss giving orders inside your cells. One of its functions is to keep a close check…

Mega Rapamycin Study Uncovers Clues to Longevity This research revised 29 studies on rapamycin (Rapa) from varied sources. Researchers wanted to see if there was enough evidence from multiple studies to support Rapa's longevity claims. The results showed that the drug helped mice live longer in trials, especially females. One of the interesting findings was…

The Next Alzheimer's Disease Trial Needs Rapamycin This thought-provoking study advocates for human rapamycin trials in Alzheimer's disease. Why this drug? Rapa is already known for its anti-aging properties, as demonstrated in multiple experiments. Alzheimer's is an age-related illness. The theory is that targeting the aging processes may help slow or even prevent AD and…