About this Research Topic
Individuals who achieve remarkable longevity are prime examples of successful aging, maintaining relatively good health, and avoiding serious diseases throughout their lives. This makes them concrete examples of resilience.
The number of these long-lived individuals is increasing globally, along with the general elderly population. This trend presents significant challenges for society, particularly concerning healthcare costs and social integration. Addressing these issues requires innovative approaches and comprehensive strategies.
Therefore, the study of healthy longevity and the methods to achieve it are critical for all nations and researchers. Understanding how to promote long, healthy lives involves investigating various factors, from genetics and lifestyle to environmental influences and social determinants. Additionally, the complexity of human beings necessitates a strong interconnection between various research fields (e.g., biomedical, psychological, social, etc.), ensuring a holistic approach to aging research.
By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, researchers can better understand the multifaceted nature of aging and develop effective interventions to enhance the quality of life for the aging population worldwide.
Considering the Research Topic, our goals will be:
-Comparing long-lived populations across different geographical areas: The comparison of long-lived populations from diverse and distant geographical regions could provide deeper insights into the factors contributing to longevity. This approach helps to broaden and complete our understanding of how individuals achieve remarkable longevity across various parts of the world.
-Studying socio-economic contexts, dietary habits, and lifestyles: Investigating the socio-economic contexts, varied dietary habits, and lifestyles of different long-lived populations would enhance the knowledge base of research groups. This, in turn, aids in identifying the factors that promote longevity and overall well-being.
-Exploring the correlation between genetics and environment: The relationship between genetic background and environmental factors in determining the potential for healthy aging is a critical and emerging topic in gerontology. Understanding this correlation can provide valuable insights into the mechanisms of aging.
-Utilising environmental and molecular pathway correlations for prevention: The significant correlation between environmental effects and molecular pathways can be harnessed as preventive measures to increase the likelihood of achieving an extended and healthy lifespan. Such findings could inform public health strategies and interventions.
-Identifying high longevity zones: Researching areas with exceptionally high percentages of long-lived individuals is crucial for defining common strategies to promote healthy aging. This includes not only achieving old age in good health but also integrating the elderly population into social life, enhancing their quality of life and societal participation.
The aim of the current Research Topic of Frontiers in Aging, titled "Exploring Longevity: Insights and Research on Human Lifespan," is to share knowledge that encompasses promising, recent, or novel research trends on various aspects of longevity. We invite contributions that explore the following areas:
- Molecular mechanisms and pathways associated with longevity.
- Lifestyle factors, particularly nutrition, exercise, and their impact on lifespan.
- Socio-economic influences on aging and longevity.
- Cognitive aspects and their role in promoting long and healthy lives.
Manuscripts focusing on longevity from diverse perspectives are welcome. We strongly encourage scientists from various disciplines to submit their research to provide a comprehensive understanding of the factors contributing to longevity. Interdisciplinary approaches are particularly valued to foster a holistic view of this complex phenomenon.
By bringing together insights from different fields, we aim to advance the knowledge and application of strategies that promote healthy aging and improve the quality of life for the aging population globally.
The number of these long-lived individuals is increasing globally, along with the general elderly population. This trend presents significant challenges for society, particularly concerning healthcare costs and social integration. Addressing these issues requires innovative approaches and comprehensive strategies.
Therefore, the study of healthy longevity and the methods to achieve it are critical for all nations and researchers. Understanding how to promote long, healthy lives involves investigating various factors, from genetics and lifestyle to environmental influences and social determinants. Additionally, the complexity of human beings necessitates a strong interconnection between various research fields (e.g., biomedical, psychological, social, etc.), ensuring a holistic approach to aging research.
By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, researchers can better understand the multifaceted nature of aging and develop effective interventions to enhance the quality of life for the aging population worldwide.
Considering the Research Topic, our goals will be:
-Comparing long-lived populations across different geographical areas: The comparison of long-lived populations from diverse and distant geographical regions could provide deeper insights into the factors contributing to longevity. This approach helps to broaden and complete our understanding of how individuals achieve remarkable longevity across various parts of the world.
-Studying socio-economic contexts, dietary habits, and lifestyles: Investigating the socio-economic contexts, varied dietary habits, and lifestyles of different long-lived populations would enhance the knowledge base of research groups. This, in turn, aids in identifying the factors that promote longevity and overall well-being.
-Exploring the correlation between genetics and environment: The relationship between genetic background and environmental factors in determining the potential for healthy aging is a critical and emerging topic in gerontology. Understanding this correlation can provide valuable insights into the mechanisms of aging.
-Utilising environmental and molecular pathway correlations for prevention: The significant correlation between environmental effects and molecular pathways can be harnessed as preventive measures to increase the likelihood of achieving an extended and healthy lifespan. Such findings could inform public health strategies and interventions.
-Identifying high longevity zones: Researching areas with exceptionally high percentages of long-lived individuals is crucial for defining common strategies to promote healthy aging. This includes not only achieving old age in good health but also integrating the elderly population into social life, enhancing their quality of life and societal participation.
The aim of the current Research Topic of Frontiers in Aging, titled "Exploring Longevity: Insights and Research on Human Lifespan," is to share knowledge that encompasses promising, recent, or novel research trends on various aspects of longevity. We invite contributions that explore the following areas:
- Molecular mechanisms and pathways associated with longevity.
- Lifestyle factors, particularly nutrition, exercise, and their impact on lifespan.
- Socio-economic influences on aging and longevity.
- Cognitive aspects and their role in promoting long and healthy lives.
Manuscripts focusing on longevity from diverse perspectives are welcome. We strongly encourage scientists from various disciplines to submit their research to provide a comprehensive understanding of the factors contributing to longevity. Interdisciplinary approaches are particularly valued to foster a holistic view of this complex phenomenon.
By bringing together insights from different fields, we aim to advance the knowledge and application of strategies that promote healthy aging and improve the quality of life for the aging population globally.
Keywords: Aging, Centenarians, Lifespan, Lifestyle, Longevity
Important Note: All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.
