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  • Gerontology and aging research.
  • Biomedical sciences.
  • Translational medicine.

Background:

  • The field of longevity has advanced significantly.
  • Aging is a complex biological process.
  • Understanding aging is crucial for human health.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify pivotal shifts in longevity research.
  • To analyze changes in perspectives, aims, and approaches.
  • To forecast future research directions in aging.

Main Methods:

  • Review of key scientific literature and breakthroughs.
  • Analysis of paradigm shifts in aging research.
  • Synthesis of evolving research strategies.

Main Results:

  • Identification of major conceptual and methodological advancements.
  • Highlighting the transition from studying aging to targeting aging processes.
  • Recognition of a growing focus on healthspan over mere lifespan.

Conclusions:

  • Future longevity research will be guided by these identified shifts.
  • Interdisciplinary approaches are becoming increasingly important.
  • Translational research aims to bring discoveries to clinical practice.