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June 2023

Short daytime naps may be good for the brain
Research suggests napping during the day may be associated with larger brain volume, reduced risk of dementia
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David Cravit
Get a grip: grip strength may be a predictor of longevity
Studies show grip strength may be a better predictor of life expectancy than blood pressure
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David Cravit
AI already playing a major role in helping older adults...and we're just getting started
Controversy about the future of AI should not overshadow the transformative benefits, when it comes to aging and longevity
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David Cravit
And the research hits just keep coming: this time, it's cancer and diabetes
Lung cancer pill cuts risk of death by 50%; scientists hack human cells to produce insulin, reverse diabetes in mice
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David Cravit

May 2023

FDA approves Elon Musk's Neuralink for clinical trials
Would allow brain to interface directly with computers
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David Cravit
Researchers discover protein complex that inhibits DNA repair --- and find a way to suppress it
(Photo credit: CDC on Unsplash)
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David Cravit
Can our rate of aging fluctuate? And if so, can blood be the key to slowing it down?
New research indicates that "young blood" may decelerate -- or even reverse -- the rate at which we age.
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David Cravit
New study suggests regular internet usage can lower the risk of dementia
Those who were online regularly had half the risk of developing dementia, compared to less frequent users or non-users
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David Cravit
It's here already: "The Longevity Economy"
Report from Stanford University Business School: "Those who stay ahead of the curve on serving older customers could become massive winners"
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David Cravit
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