A “death” protein may be the key to slowing aging at its source

As people get older, their blood and immune systems gradually lose strength. A major reason is the decline of hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs), which are responsible for producing all types

Scientists solve decades-long Parkinson’s mystery

WEHI researchers have made a huge leap forward in the fight against Parkinson’s disease, solving a decades-long mystery that paves the way for development of new drugs to treat the

Research links wildfire smoke exposure with increased dementia risk

As Baby Boomers hit retirement, about 1 in 6 Americans is now over the age of 65. The number of Americans living with dementia is projected to skyrocket — but