Israeli scientists have made an important discovery regarding the extension of human lifespan. This was reported by Zamin.uz.
Their research, published in the scientific journal Nature Aging, helped to gain a deeper understanding of the internal mechanisms of the aging process. During the study, specialists identified a unique type of T-cell called CD4-Eomes.
These cells participate in identifying and eliminating aged cells that have completed their function and could potentially damage tissues. It is known that the accumulation of these aged cells increases the risk of weakness, inflammation, and various diseases in the body.
Experiments showed that if CD4-Eomes cells are insufficient in number, the aging process accelerates. As a result, muscles weaken, organ function declines, and human lifespan shortens.
Conversely, if the activity of these cells is enhanced or their number increases, the aging process can slow down. Interestingly, this type of cell is found more frequently in long-lived individuals.
Based on this conclusion, scientists emphasize that CD4-Eomes cells are a natural defense mechanism against aging. Researchers believe that in the future, if technology is developed to artificially increase or activate these cells, the healthy period of human life could be significantly extended.
This discovery is expected to open new opportunities in the field of medicine.
