March 10, 2023
Scientists have shown that the protein GDF11 can reverse depression-like symptoms in naturally aged mice and in a mouse model of depression. Depressed humans have lower GDF11 as well [1]. Depression and aging Severe mental disorders, including depression, have been linked to significantly shorter lifespans [2]. According to one study, depressed people “have a higher...
November 25, 2020
Elevian is a company that we have been keeping an eye on for a while, as it works on identifying blood factors that can spur regeneration. In particular, the company has been working with a naturally occurring molecule known as growth differentiation factor 11 (GDF11). Previous research has shown that when aged mice are given...
