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Apoptosis in Aging

Aging is an inevitable process that affects every living being. As we age, our bodies undergo various structural and functional changes, which can lead to the onset of age-related diseases and conditions. One of the underlying factors associated with aging is programmed cell death, also known as apoptosis. Apoptosi…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 2 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 3× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2474-7785 🗓 Reviewed July 2026

Overview

Aging is an inevitable process that affects every living being. As we age, our bodies undergo various structural and functional changes, which can lead to the onset of age-related diseases and conditions. One of the underlying factors associated with aging is programmed cell death, also known as apoptosis. Apoptosis is a natural process that occurs in cells, where damaged or dysfunctional cells are eliminated from the body. The process is tightly regulated and controlled by various signals and pathways within the cell. However, as we age, the ability of cells to undergo apoptosis and eliminate damaged cells decreases, resulting in the accumulation of damaged cells within the body. The accumulation of damaged cells, also known as senescence, has been linked with various age-related diseases, such as cancer, Alzheimer's disease, and cardiovascular disease. Therefore, understanding the molecular mechanisms that regulate apoptosis in aging cells can provide potential targets for the development of novel therapies for age-related diseases. Currently, researchers are investigating various strategies to improve apoptosis in aging cells, such as targeting specific molecular pathways, enhancing mitochondrial function, and modulating the immune system. However, more research is needed to fully understand the complex mechanisms that regulate apoptosis in aging cells, and to develop effective therapies to target this process. In conclusion, apoptosis is a critical process that regulates cell turnover in the body. However, as we age, the ability of cells to undergo apoptosis decreases, leading to the accumulation of damaged cells within the body. Therefore, understanding the molecular mechanisms that regulate apoptosis in aging cells is essential for the development of effective therapies for age-related diseases.

Research published in this journal

2 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

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Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Aging Research And Healthcare (ISSN 2474-7785).

Journal editorial board
Anna Aiello · Italy Juan Manuel Carmona Torres · Spain IAN JAMES MARTINS · Australia

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