New drug class prevents key ageing mechanism in organ transplants
A novel study has shown that Senolytics, a new class of drugs, have the potential to prevent the transfer of senescence, a key mechanism of ageing, in recipients of older donor organs. The pioneering research, presented today at the European…
Shaking Up Heart Transplant Eligibility: The Role of ‘Zombie’ Cells
A research team led by Dr. Gavin Richardson at Newcastle University is pioneering a study on ‘Zombie’ cells that could challenge existing practices in heart transplantation. The aim is to broaden the pool of available donor hearts, potentially bringing hope…
