Glycation, the binding of a sugar molecule to a protein or lipid; and oxidation, where an excess of reactive oxygen species causes cell and tissue damage, are both metabolic processes linked to ageing ...

Cancer cachexia upregulates one-carbon metabolism in multiple organs throughout the body, a new mouse study reveals, ...

Metabolism naturally slows as we age, declining significantly once we hit our 60s according to research published in the journal Science. This metabolic slowdown contributes to unwanted weight gain, ...

Despite their fundamental differences, plants, animals, and fungi share certain metabolic processes. Biologists at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Brookhaven National Laboratory have discovered ...

Having a fast metabolism is a real perk when you’re trying to trim down: it allows your body to burn calories quickly. And if you use a lot more calories than you consume, you’ll likely lose pounds.

The intestine is home to a complex ecosystem of microorganisms. This so-called gut microbiome plays an important role in health, disease, and aging. Various studies suggest that the microbiome "ages" ...

Established in 1809, Miami University is located in Oxford, Ohio, with regional campuses in Hamilton and Middletown, a learning center in West Chester, and a European study center in Luxembourg.

Prostate cancer (PCa) is one of the most common malignant tumors among men worldwide. Following androgen deprivation therapy ...