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little brown bat in mid flight through green leaves.
Science & Technology
June 10, 2025 | 01:45 pm

Why don’t bats get cancer?

Rochester scientists discover that long-lived bats resist cancer thanks to strong immune systems and protective genes—findings that could offer new insights into human aging and disease prevention.

topics: Aging, Department of Biology, Medical Center, research finding, School of Arts and Sciences, Vera Gorbunova, Wilmot Cancer Institute,
at in flight against blue sky.
Science & Technology
July 8, 2020 | 12:37 pm

Bats offer clues to treating COVID-19

Bats carry many viruses, including the one behind COVID-19, without becoming ill. University of Rochester biologists are studying the immune system of bats to find potential ways to “mimic” that system in humans.

topics: Aging, Andrei Seluanov, COVID-19, Department of Biology, featured-post-side, School of Arts and Sciences, Vera Gorbunova,
Boston skyline with "d.health aging Americans 2019" and d.health Summit logo above it.
Society & Culture
June 10, 2019 | 12:00 pm

2019 d.health Summit addresses social determinants of health

Now in its fifth year, the d.health Summit will address the non-medical factors the affect health, such as economic security, education, physical environment, employment, social support networks, and access to care.

topics: Aging, events, health care, Simon Business School,
aging hands gripping a cane.
Science & Technology
March 14, 2019 | 02:19 pm

‘Selfish’ genetics amplify inflammation, age-related diseases

Research from Rochester biologists shows that a class of genomic parasites may cause more harm than previously thought, triggering inflammation that causes age-related diseases.

topics: Aging, Andrei Seluanov, Department of Biology, genetics, research finding, Vera Gorbunova,
naked mole rat
Science & Technology
February 6, 2018 | 10:47 am

Why do naked mole rats live long, cancer-free lives?

Rochester biologists were surprised to see that despite its remarkable longevity, the naked mole rat still has cells that undergo senescence, like the cells in much shorter-lived mice.

topics: Aging, Andrei Seluanov, cancer, Department of Biology, featured-post-side, research finding, School of Arts and Sciences, Vera Gorbunova,
elderly couples on a bench
Science & Technology
May 8, 2017 | 03:54 pm

d.health Summit showcases innovative approaches to aging

Nearly one-fifth of the U.S. population will be 65 or older by the year 2030. To address this challenge, the University’s third annual d.health Summit will convene thought leaders across health care, finance, technology, and policy.

topics: Aging, Medical Center, Simon Business School,
DNA helix
Science & Technology
March 3, 2017 | 03:48 pm

Study identifies key factor in DNA damage associated with aging

There are many examples of DNA damage being associated with aging, but never has a reduction in DNA damage been shown to extend lifespan. Rochester research has made this connection, and identified an enzyme that can be targeted to reduce that damage.

topics: Aging, Department of Biology, featured-post-side, research finding, School of Arts and Sciences,
elderly couples on a bench
Science & Technology
January 9, 2017 | 09:49 am

d.health Summit 2017 focuses on the future of aging

Underpinning this year’s theme are a selection of topics that discuss the future of medicine, technology, and healthcare policy as they relate to aging Americans. This national forum will be held at The New York Academy of Sciences, at the World Trade Center in New York City.

topics: Aging, events,
kinase protein
Science & Technology
September 8, 2016 | 05:04 pm

Protein found that initiates DNA repair

Researchers who specialize in the study of aging have identified a protein that may serve as a first responder, activating a “longevity gene” known as sirtuin 6 and setting in motion a cascade of molecular first responders to repair damaged DNA.

topics: Aging, Andrei Seluanov, Department of Biology, genetics, Natural Sciences, School of Arts and Sciences, Vera Gorbunova,
diagram of SIRT6 protein
Science & Technology
September 23, 2014 | 06:00 pm

Parasitic DNA stops “jumping” when protein takes charge

Biology researchers Vera Gorbunova and Andrei Seluanov report that the “jumping genes” in mice become active as the mice age when a multi-function protein stops keeping them in check in order to take on another role. A protein called Sirt6 is needed to keep the jumping genes—technically known as retrotransposons—inactive.

topics: Aging, Andrei Seluanov, Department of Biology, research finding, School of Arts and Sciences, Vera Gorbunova,