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The War on Aging

Scientists Are Treating Aging as a Disease — and Making Surprising Progress

Sarah Chen

Geroscientist at the Buck Institute for Research on Aging, studying the molecular mechanisms of aging and the development of interventions to extend healthy lifespan.

March 14, 2026·7 min read

The War on Aging

For most of human history, aging has been considered inevitable. Now, a growing number of scientists believe that aging is a biological process that can be slowed, halted, or even reversed. The science of longevity is advancing rapidly, with implications that could transform medicine and society.

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