Senolytic drugs boost protein that protects against effects of aging

Medical [Senolytic drugs boost protein that protects against effects of aging]( [A new discovery showing the effects of senolytic drugs on a protective protein could help limit some of the effects of aging]( Through experiments on mice and humans, Mayo Clinic researchers have shown that an emerging class of drugs called senolytics can help protect against aging and its related diseases, by acting on a protein long associated with longevity. [Read more]( New Atlas Plus [20th Anniversary Sale: Get a year of New Atlas ad-free for $10!]( We're celebrating 20 years since New Atlas began, and throughout March you can support our proudly independent team – and say goodbye to ads – by [subscribing to New Atlas for just US$10 per year]( [Read more]( Outdoors [Pontos folding kayak weighs 7 pounds, and can be stuffed into a bag]( [The Pontos kayak is presently on Indiegogo]( Kayaks typically aren't something that you can store in a closet or carry in a backpack. That's why we've been seeing an increasing number of folding kayaks, and the Pontos is one of the lightest, smallest-folding models we've come across so far. [Read more]( Energy [Record-breaking hydrogen electrolyzer claims 95% efficiency]( [Hysata CEO Paul Barrett with company CTO Gerry Swiegers]( A kilogram of hydrogen holds 39.4 kWh of energy, but typically costs around 52.5 kWh of energy to create. Hysata says its capillary-fed electrolyzer cell slashes that energy cost to 41.5 kWh, smashing efficiency records and lowering green H2 prices. [Read more]( Medical [Antibody discovery points to rapid, accurate test for Lyme disease]( [Lyme disease is caused by bites from infected ticks, and a new antibody discovery may lead to tests that detect it earlier]( By studying the eating habits of the bacterium that causes Lyme disease, a team of scientists has pinpointed a new mechanism that could be used for early diagnosis of the condition, and potentially prevent its worst effects. [Read more]( Bicycles [Shaft-drive folding ebike offers clean looks and a clean ride]( [Honbike raised some $5 million over two crowdfunding rounds in Japan for its folding shaft-drive ebike, and has now launched an updated version on Indiegogo for riders in the US]( Following successful crowdfunding campaigns in Japan, e-mobility startup Honbike has made a few tweaks and is bringing its award-winning shaft-drive folding ebike, now named the Pro, to US shores courtesy of Indiegogo. [Read more]( Outdoors [Solo Stove Pi dual-fuel off-grid oven bakes pizzas anywhere]( [The Solo Stove Pi bakes pizzas up to 12 inches in size]( Solo Stove emerged as one of the true all-stars of the COVID-19 pandemic, and it shows no signs of slowing down. The company behind some of the world's favorite smokeless fire pits has now expanded its outdoor kitchen offerings with a pizza oven. [Read more]( Remarkable People [20th Anniversary Retrospective: Unconventional wisdom]( [The high-flying Eddie Braun had some tales to tell and was one of a favorite interview subjects]( Over the past 20 years we’ve crossed paths with all manner of passionate people blazing their own trails, so we thought this would be a good opportunity to revisit some of the more eccentric characters we’ve been lucky enough to interview in that time. [Read more]( Energy [Simple fix helps perovskite solar cells withstand the Sun]( [A sample perovskite solar cell treated with the new coating to improve its stability in sunlight]( Perovskites are promising solar cell candidates, but a major downside is that they degrade in direct sunlight. Researchers have now uncovered a root cause of the problem, and found a simple fix that can be applied during the manufacturing process. [Read more]( Home Entertainment [Epson reveals its most advanced home theater and gaming projector]( [The LS11000 home theater and gaming projector utilizes the same Laser Array Light Source and new Precision Shift Glass Plate technology as Epson's recently-announced LS12000 flagship laser projector]( Last month, Epson made an impressive bid for home theaters with the launch of its most advanced laser projector to date. Now tech from that LS12000 flagship has trickled down into a cheaper 4K HDR model aimed at movie lovers and big-screen gamers. [Read more]( Special Promotion for New Atlas Readers [Follow this science-based program to lose weight and change your life]( The way to lose weight and actually keep it off forever is to change your mindset. Noom is a research-backed health program that allows you to alter your eating habits without feeling like you’re starving or depriving yourself. [Read more]( Outdoors [Firebox Freestyle stove folds into six styles of campsite cooker]( [The panels making up the Firebox Freestyle come in either stainless steel or titanium]( The market for campsite cookers is brimming with stoves of all styles, but with the newly introduced Firebox Freestyle, US outfit Firebox has come to the party with one designed to suit every occasion. [Read more]( Music [Meteora HH review: Fender's expressive, dynamic, versatile new guitar]( [The Player Plus Meteora HH introduces a new body shape as well as a brilliant new set of coil-splitting humbucker pickups]( Fender has released an ultra-versatile new guitar and bass into its Player Plus series. The Meteora HH will split opinions with its out-there, asymmetrical looks, but its all-new "Fireball" pickup system feels like an absolute classic in the making. [Read more]( Medical [Immune-system-on-a-chip could speed up future vaccine development]( [An illustration of the microfluidic channels, containing human B and T cells (pink and green) in the bottom section]( A new breakthrough could help unravel the immune system's secrets. Researchers have created an accurate model of the human immune system in a microfluidic chip, providing a better platform to study how immune cells respond to vaccines and pathogens. [Read more]( Health & Wellbeing ["Elite sleeper” gene study offers hope for novel dementia treatment]( [New research indicates people with the ability to sleep as little as four hours a night and remain healthy may harbor gene variants that can slow neurodegeneration]( Do you thrive on between four and six hours of sleep per night? You may be an “elite sleeper,” and a new study reports the same genes associated with short sleep patterns may also slow the onset of brain diseases such as Alzheimer’s. [Read more]( Bicycles [Relee M1 helmet packs an actioncam, lighting and smartphone connectivity]( [The Relee Magician M1 helmet is currently on Kickstarter]( There are now a number of "smart" bicycle helmets on the market, so for one to stand out, it really has to include a lot of features. The Relee Magician M1 does just that, offering lights, turn indicators, speakers and a camera, among other things. [Read more]( Health & Wellbeing [Persistent mental health issues 16 months post severe COVID-19 illness]( [Research indicates those bedridden from COVID for more than seven days were significantly more likely to experience persistent depression and anxiety up to 16 months later]( A new study offers the first investigation into mental health issues in non-hospitalized COVID-19 patients up to 16 months after initial infection. The findings reveal COVID-19 led to a higher risk of long-term depression depending on initial severity. [Read more]( Materials [Waste-derived coating could protect pipes and absorb pollutants]( [Along with its use inside pipes, the protective polymer could also be applied to exterior concrete surfaces]( Industrial piping has a hard life, as it's constantly exposed to liquids that can damage its inner surface over time. A new polymer coating could help protect such pipes, while removing toxic metals from the liquids as it does so. [Read more]( You are receiving this email because you signed up for our daily newsletter at [newatlas.com]( (or [gizmag.com]( before August 2016). [Update profile]( | [Unsubscribe]( Copyright New Atlas © 2022