A new study reveals that age-related autophagy decline blocks embryo development by triggering a lipid-burning crisis.

Trials conducted at the Abramson Cancer Center among others have identified the potential of an antimalarial agent, hydroxychloroquine, in stabilizing aggressive cancers. In the largest group of ...

A research team has discovered a novel mechanism essential for initiating autophagy. The study highlights the role of ZDHHC13, an enzyme that palmitoylates ULK1, in triggering autophagy. This ...

A new study unravels the relationship between mitofusins (mitochondrial proteins) and autophagy. Using gene editing with CRISPR-Cas9, the team has been able to study these proteins without altering ...

“The anti-aging MIRACLE.” “Strengthen your immune system.” “Lose weight fast.” These are some of the promises of autophagy, the silver bullet wellness influencers are saying is backed by Nobel-winning ...

Autophagy is a natural cellular process where your body clears out and replaces damaged cell parts with new ones. Fasting, exercising, restricting calories, or following a ketogenic diet can speed up ...