7. Cellular Senescence Reversal: Turning Back the Cell Clock
Cellular senescence, where cells stop dividing and begin to accumulate with age, is a major factor in many age-related diseases. Exciting new approaches are focusing on reversing senescence or selectively removing senescent cells using senolytic drugs. Preclinical studies show these therapies can improve symptoms and tissue function in conditions like osteoarthritis and fibrosis. If these findings translate to humans, the impact on aging and chronic disease could be profound. For more on these innovative approaches, explore recent studies.