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Foundations of Gerophysics
Maximilian Unfried1,2, Weihan Huai1,2, Kamil Pabis1,2
1Healthy Longevity Translational Research Program, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore 117456, Singapore.
Aging
|May 15, 2026
Summary
Researchers explored how physics principles unify aging science, linking biology to longevity. Key outcomes include shared data, physics-based definitions, predictive models, and cross-species research for quantitative gerophysics.
Area of Science:
- Gerophysics
- Quantitative Biology
- Aging Science
Background:
- The inaugural Global Conference on Gerophysics convened 160 researchers from diverse fields including physics, biology, computation, and medicine.
- The conference aimed to explore the unification of aging science through physical laws and quantitative principles.
Purpose of the Study:
- To link biological processes to longevity patterns using quantitative principles.
- To showcase innovative, data-driven methods for studying aging.
- To bridge the gap between theoretical and experimental approaches in aging research.
Main Methods:
- Convened 160 researchers from physics, biology, computation, and medicine.
- Held 31 speaker sessions covering diverse aging aspects, from developmental stages to species comparisons.
- Emphasized data-driven insights and innovative methodologies.
Main Results:
- A consensus was reached on four key priorities for advancing quantitative and predictive gerophysics.
- These priorities include shared multi-modal datasets and physics-based definitions for aging, rejuvenation, and healthspan.
- The consensus also focused on models for predicting intervention outcomes and translational links between species.
Conclusions:
- The conference established a practical path for quantitative, predictive gerophysics.
- Future aging research will be shaped by the insights and priorities identified.
- The event highlighted the potential of interdisciplinary collaboration in aging science.
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