"Zombie Cells" Reveal a Hidden Weakness That Could Help Fight Aging
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Researchers identified that the enzyme acid ceramidase makes senescent (aging) cells vulnerable to ferroptosis, a form of cell death. Experimental drugs targeting acid ceramidase are already in development for other medical purposes, offering a concrete starting point for extending healthspan.
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