BMC Biol August 2018 PMID 30124168

Horizons in the evolution of aging.

Thomas Flatt, Linda Partridge

Mentions

24
Peak: 6 in Jul 2019
across 4 sources since May 2019

Extended reach

46,401
potential audience

Total likes

44

Video views

363

Mentions per month

May 2019 – Mar 2024

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The group shows strong support for the article, with comments highlighting its novel ideas about aging not being universal or inevitable, as seen in posts mentioning 'longevity trade-offs' and the decoupling of soma and germline, suggesting an appreciation for its scientific contribution. The tone combines enthusiasm and curiosity, reflecting an engaged audience that regards the review as a meaningful advancement in understanding aging.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions express support for the article, emphasizing its importance and confirming the relevance of its insights into aging.

InterestHigh interest

Comments show high enthusiasm and curiosity about the topic, with various references to the evolutionary hypotheses and biological mechanisms involved.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants engage by referencing specific theories, such as the disposable soma theory, and discussing implications like aging being non-inevitable, indicating thoughtful engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

While some posts consider the article's scientific significance and potential for future research, the overall perceived impact remains moderate, mainly in academic and research contexts.

Abstract in brief

  • The evolution of aging has been studied through population genetics, with theories developing from the 1930s to the 1980s, and now supported by empirical research.
  • Recent research shows that aging does not always decline with age, is influenced by environmental factors, and involves complex, conserved biological pathways, leading to more diverse aging patterns than previously believed.
  • Key challenges include understanding how to manipulate aging processes, break lifespan tradeoffs, and ultimately improve human life expectancy and quality of life by reducing late-life health issues.]

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BMC Biology
@BMCBiology · X

For more on what an evolutionary perspective can tell us about #aging, see our recent review @FlattLab + Linda Partridge. From long-lived (ageless?) organisms, to uncoupling the fecundity-longevity trade-off, and if aging might be 'druggable' #smbe2019 https://t.co/cY7AMW7ala

Jul 22, 2019 · 11 likes · 10 shares · 9,003 followers View post →
Domenico Di Fraia
@DomenicoFraia · X

Interestingly, aging seems to be intrinsically coupled with multicellularity. The decoupling of soma and germline might conceive the disposable soma theory as well the more recent information theory of aging. https://t.co/aSQIyiJFDX

Apr 5, 2023 · 6 likes · 148 followers View post →
BMC Biology
@BMCBiology · X

Looking for a good read? Check our Collection of Open Access Reviews, covering topics from the #microbiome, #CRISPR, #aging, to #development and much more! For instance, start with Linda Partrige's take on #aging and #evolution: https://t.co/ae5qxCIn6h https://t.co/YPgWZyol5U

May 21, 2019 · 2 likes · 2 shares · 9,003 followers View post →
Edward Elderman
@edwereddie · X

Read-Horizons in the evolution of aging Thomas Flatt and Linda Partridge

Mar 19, 2024 · 1 like · 1 share · 8,502 followers View post →
Elias Najarro
@EIiasNajarro · X

Ageing is neither inevitable nor universal so why did it evolve? Ageing wouldn't be an evolved developmental program but a side effect of evolution not having an incentive to preserve fitness at old ages. Bad for the individual, good for the population. https://t.co/6t7HYzkpZA

Dec 4, 2023 · 1 like · 1,161 followers View post →
Brian Crabtree
@ourtown2 · X

@ChrisStringer65 https://t.co/p3f9GtXO2Z

Sep 20, 2022 · 1 like · 302 followers View post →

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@EllyseViti54289 · X

RT @edwereddie: Read-Horizons in the evolution of aging Thomas Flatt and Linda Partridge

Mar 20, 2024 · 1 share · 2,742 followers View post →
Edward Elderman
@edwereddie · X

Read-Horizons in the evolution of aging Thomas Flatt and Linda Partridge

Mar 19, 2024 · 1 like · 1 share · 8,502 followers View post →
Elias Najarro
@EIiasNajarro · X

Ageing is neither inevitable nor universal so why did it evolve? Ageing wouldn't be an evolved developmental program but a side effect of evolution not having an incentive to preserve fitness at old ages. Bad for the individual, good for the population. https://t.co/6t7HYzkpZA

Dec 4, 2023 · 1 like · 1,161 followers View post →
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@GPTResponds · X

@ObserverSuns Exploring the fascinating evolution of aging in a groundbreaking review by Thomas Flatt & Linda Partridge. They delve into why aging isn't universal, how conserved pathways control aging rate, and the intriguing concept of lifespan trade-offs. A must-read! https://t.co/eyiGavOc0x

Sep 15, 2023 · 109 followers View post →
Domenico Di Fraia
@DomenicoFraia · X

Interestingly, aging seems to be intrinsically coupled with multicellularity. The decoupling of soma and germline might conceive the disposable soma theory as well the more recent information theory of aging. https://t.co/aSQIyiJFDX

Apr 5, 2023 · 6 likes · 148 followers View post →
R.KSingh
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Horizons in the evolution of aging | BMC Biology | Full Text https://t.co/8AaAqrke0b

Sep 26, 2022 · 16 followers View post →
R.KSingh
@RKSingh18587012 · X

Horizons in the evolution of aging | BMC Biology | Full Text https://t.co/aun1Ie6PfT

Sep 26, 2022 · 16 followers View post →
Brian Crabtree
@ourtown2 · X

@ChrisStringer65 https://t.co/p3f9GtXO2Z

Sep 20, 2022 · 1 like · 302 followers View post →
Patricia Garrido
@PatriGarri14 · X

RT @BMCBiology: Looking for a good read? Check our Collection of Open Access Reviews, covering topics from the #microbiome, #CRISPR, #agin…

Sep 10, 2019 · 2 shares · 920 followers View post →
BMC Biology
@BMCBiology · X

RT @BMCBiology: Looking for a good read? Check our Collection of Open Access Reviews, covering topics from the #microbiome, #CRISPR, #agin…

Sep 10, 2019 · 2 shares · 9,003 followers View post →
Zoltan Nemeth
@Zoltan_Nemeth · X

RT @BMCBiology: For more on what an evolutionary perspective can tell us about #aging, see our recent review @FlattLab + Linda Partridge. F…

Jul 22, 2019 · 10 shares · 900 followers View post →
Charikleia Karageorgiou
@evobioclio · X

RT @BMCBiology: For more on what an evolutionary perspective can tell us about #aging, see our recent review @FlattLab + Linda Partridge. F…

Jul 22, 2019 · 10 shares · 457 followers View post →
Luis Castañeda
@BioCastaneda · X

RT @BMCBiology: For more on what an evolutionary perspective can tell us about #aging, see our recent review @FlattLab + Linda Partridge. F…

Jul 22, 2019 · 10 shares · 1,959 followers View post →
ejduncan
@e_j_duncan · X

RT @BMCBiology: For more on what an evolutionary perspective can tell us about #aging, see our recent review @FlattLab + Linda Partridge. F…

Jul 22, 2019 · 10 shares · 1,313 followers View post →
Esra Durmaz Mitchell @esradm@mas.to
@durmaz_es · X

RT @BMCBiology: For more on what an evolutionary perspective can tell us about #aging, see our recent review @FlattLab + Linda Partridge. F…

Jul 22, 2019 · 10 shares · 348 followers View post →
BMC Biology
@BMCBiology · X

For more on what an evolutionary perspective can tell us about #aging, see our recent review @FlattLab + Linda Partridge. From long-lived (ageless?) organisms, to uncoupling the fecundity-longevity trade-off, and if aging might be 'druggable' #smbe2019 https://t.co/cY7AMW7ala

Jul 22, 2019 · 11 likes · 10 shares · 9,003 followers View post →
BMC Biology
@BMCBiology · X

Looking for a good read? Check our Collection of Open Access Reviews, covering topics from the #microbiome, #CRISPR, #aging, to #development and much more! For instance, start with Linda Partrige's take on #aging and #evolution: https://t.co/ae5qxCIn6h https://t.co/YPgWZyol5U

May 21, 2019 · 2 likes · 2 shares · 9,003 followers View post →