"Tardigrade Proteins: A Breakthrough in Slowing Human Aging"
Scientists have discovered that proteins from tardigrades can slow down metabolism in human cells, potentially leading to technologies that slow the ageing process. Tardigrades, known for their ability to survive extreme conditions, use proteins to form gels inside their cells, which when introduced into human cells, slow down metabolism and make the cells more resistant to stresses. This finding could pave the way for the development of new technologies focused on inducing suspended animation in cells or organisms to slow ageing, and also suggests that tardigrade proteins could be used to enhance the storage potential of therapies like stem cells.