"Unveiling the Secrets of Aging: Scientists Present Groundbreaking Theory on Selective Destruction"
Scientists propose a new theory of aging called selective destruction theory (SDT), which suggests that aging is not solely tied to damage accumulation. The theory proposes that neighboring cells in multicellular organisms are in constant competition, and aging can occur through positive selection independent of energetic costs. The researchers used agent-based modeling to demonstrate how slow cells inducing epigenetic changes in faster cells can slow down metabolism and reduce unnecessary cell death, preventing overactivity disorders. This theory offers a new perspective in gerontology research and challenges the dominant disposable soma theory.