Telomere Attrition

  • What Causes Cellular Senescence?

    Table of Contents What Causes Cellular Senescence? DNA Damage: The Primary Trigger Oxidative Stress and Reactive Oxygen Species Telomere Shortening and Replicative Senescence Chronic Inflammation and Environmental Triggers Stress-Activated Signalling Pathways Practical Implications References and Resources Frequently Asked Questions Conclusion What Causes Cellular Senescence? TL;DR: Cellular senescence is primarily triggered by DNA damage, oxidative stress,…

  • What Are the Hallmarks of Aging?

    Updated October 2026: I’ve been monitoring the latest breakthroughs in aging research, and in my recent research, I’ve updated the section on the hallmarks of aging to include exciting developments from 2024 and 2025. Notably, new studies have identified additional cellular senescence markers that could redefine how we understand aging processes. Furthermore, groundbreaking advancements in…