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A new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences suggests that electrical pulses may be used to reverse some signs of aging, at least in sea squirts, a marine animal scientists use in trials because of their genetic similarity to humans.
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A new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences suggests that electrical pulses may be used to reverse some signs of aging, at least in sea squirts, a marine animal scientists use in trials because of their genetic similarity to humans.
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Sat, 13 Jun 2026 23:17:00 GMT · 4h 35m ago
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Research determined that exposing the sea squirts to short bursts of electricity could dramatically improve stem cell function, tissue regeneration, and lifespan.
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This research demonstrates a potential new approach for combating age-related decline by improving stem cell function, which could eventually inform treatments for aging, infertility, and degenerative diseases in humans.
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7 events in this thread- Health & Science4h 35m agoA new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences suggests that electrical pulses may be used to reverse some signs of aging, at least in sea squirts.Open article
- Health & Science4h 35m agoA new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences suggests that electrical pulses may be used to reverse some signs of aging, at least in sea squirts.Open article
- Health & Science4h 35m agoA new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences suggests that electrical pulses may be used to reverse some signs of aging, at least in sea squirts.Open article
- Health & Science4h 35m agoA new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences suggests that electrical pulses may be used to reverse some signs of aging, at least in sea squirts.Open article
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- Health & Science4h 35m agoA new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences suggests that electrical pulses may be used to reverse some signs of aging, at least in sea squirts.Open article
- Health & Science4h 35m agoA new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences suggests that electrical pulses may be used to reverse some signs of aging, at least in sea squirts.Open article