#lifespan

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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
4 days ago

What Immortal' Jellyfish and Famously Old Tortoises Tell Us about Aging

The animal kingdom showcases lifespan extremes, from hours to centuries, with species aging at different rates, inviting curiosity and the potential for scientific breakthroughs in human longevity.
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Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

AI Is Huge Threat to Social Security

AI advancements may significantly increase human lifespan, impacting Social Security funds dramatically.
The expected depletion of Social Security funds due to rising life expectancy necessitates urgent policy action.
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

The Fight Over Centenarians and Blue Zones

"In 2016, Saul Newman was a clean-shaven 31-year-old working in a sterile glass box in Canberra, Australia, part of a lab where geneticists probed the internal mysteries of wheat."
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#maintenance
Bicycling
fromHeybike
4 months ago

How Long Does an Electric Bike Motor Last?

Electric bike motors typically last between 5-10 years, depending on usage and maintenance.
Bicycling
fromHeybike
4 months ago

How Long Does an Electric Bike Motor Last?

Electric bike motors typically last between 5-10 years, depending on usage and maintenance.
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fromArs Technica
6 months ago

Americans are living longer-but most of the extra time is spent being sick

Lifespan is increasing globally, but health spans are not keeping pace, particularly in the US where gaps are widening.
The US exhibits the largest lifespan-healthspan gap compared to global averages, particularly for women.
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fromInverse
7 months ago

The Secret To Slowing Aging Might Be Hiding In Plain Sight

Faster growth in mammals is linked to shorter lifespans due to energy allocation trade-offs between growth and maintenance.
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