Scientists have been able to increase the lifespan of mice by as much as 35 percent, and many researchers believe that this type of advanced medical technology could potentially help humans live much longer and healthier lives. “They discovered that senescent cells – cells that no longer replicate as organisms get older – build up with age, and contribute to age-related illnesses including cancer.” When these cells were removed from the mice they lived much longer lives. This column describes some of the scientific principles behind what the researchers are studying. Longer lifespans that will be made possible because of continued advances in medical research and technology will have a major impact on estate and retirement planning in the future. If the average human is living a much longer lifespan society may need to rethink its whole attitude about aging.
See Matt Atherton, Mice have been made to live 35% longer – and it could be humans next, say researchers, International Business Times, February 4, 2016.
