Geroscience

Geroscience is the study of the biological processes of aging and their relation to age-associated diseases. It seeks to understand how aging affects health, with the aim of extending not just lifespan, but healthspan—the period of life spent free from serious illness. Researchers in geroscience explore ways to slow down aging, enhance physical and mental well-being in older adults, and improve treatments for age-related conditions like Alzheimer’s, heart disease, and diabetes. By focusing on aging mechanisms, geroscience aims to promote healthier, longer lives for everyone as they age.