Nature medicine

Biological aging clocks linked to health and disease

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Abstract

Biological clocks may track the pace of aging in individuals and their organs, tissues, and cells.

  • New metrics, known as biological clocks, have been discovered to monitor aging.
  • These clocks could help identify individuals at high risk of disease.
  • They may serve as a foundation for prevention or early detection of age-related conditions.
  • Lifestyle factors or interventions may influence the aging process as indicated by these clocks.
  • The review evaluates progress in understanding biological clocks and their potential applications in health.

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Competing interests: T.W.-C. is a cofounder and scientific advisor of Teal Rise and Vero Biosciences. E.J.T. declares no competing interests.
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