Telomeres

Want to stay young forever? Don't drink alcohol

Now, adding weight to the negative effects of alcohol on ageing, a new research suggests the more alcohol you drink, the more your cells appear to age.

Jun 26, 2017, 15:23 PM IST

Acne woes? You may be protected against ageing!

The new findings may lighten the hearts of many young girls who have itchy red pimples on their faces, which otherwise give them a feeling of insecurity and rejection. 

Oct 04, 2016, 13:06 PM IST

Migratory birds' stress cause faster ageing, premature death

Migration lets birds take advantage of abundant food resources at high latitudes during the breeding season while escaping the region's harsh winters. 

Aug 05, 2016, 15:35 PM IST

Parental age may affect how long offspring lives

Offspring produced by older parents often do not live as long and researchers have now discovered why this is so.

Jan 17, 2016, 11:46 AM IST

Have more kids to slow down ageing!

Estrogen functions as a potent antioxidant that protects cells against telomere shortening.

Jan 08, 2016, 13:26 PM IST

Noise may shorten sparrow lives: Study

The noise of cars honking and zooming through the streets may shorten the lifespan of sparrows growing up near the clamour, scientists said today.

Sep 16, 2015, 22:22 PM IST