Skin aging is commonly divided into two categories: intrinsic aging, which reflects the natural decline of cellular function over time, and extrinsic aging, which results from environmental stressors such as UV radiation, pollution, oxidative stress, and lifestyle factors. While these categories describe [more...]
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DNA Methylation Changes in the Aging Gut May Help Drive Cancer Risk
June 9, 2026The human gut is one of the body’s fastest-renewing tissues. Every few days, new cells are produced from intestinal stem cells to help maintain the lining of the gut. However, a study suggests that, with [more...]
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Researchers Find Violence Can Leave an Epigenetic Mark on Future Generations
June 2, 2026Trauma can leave lasting effects on the body and mind. But could the biological impact of violence reach beyond the people who directly experience it? A study from the University of Florida suggests it may. [more...]
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A New Epigenetic Switch for Early Embryonic Development
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Cannabis Use Leaves a Lasting Mark on the Epigenome
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Linking the Brain & Heart: How Epigenetics Connects Stroke to Cardiovascular Disease
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