Decline in Glycolytic ATP Production Proposed as a Fundamental Mechanism Limiting Lifespan
Aging has long been attributed to a range of biological processes, including DNA damage, telomere shortening, and mitochondrial dysfunction. Yet, these frameworks often describe downstream consequences rather than a single unifying cause. Despite decades of research, a central question remains unresolved: what ultimately determines lifespan across species? Increasing attention has turned to cellular energy metabolism—particularly pathways responsible for rapid ATP generation—as a potential key driver. Understanding how these metabolic changes unfold over time, and how they influence survival…
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