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What is the role of matrix metalloproteinases in aging?

Chronic inflammation is a characteristic feature of aging that leads to increased activity of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) in various tissues. This article explores the multifaceted and sometimes contradictory role of matrix metalloproteinases in aging, detailing how their dysregulated activity contributes to tissue degradation and age-related pathologies.

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Understanding the Silent Shifts: What type of cells are found increasingly between the gland tissue with increasing age?

As we age, our bodies undergo silent, microscopic transformations that influence our overall health. Glandular tissues, vital for producing hormones and other substances, are not immune to these changes. A key question in cellular aging research is **what type of cells are found increasingly between the gland tissue with increasing age**, a phenomenon that provides insight into declining organ function and the progression of many age-related conditions.

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