#mTOR

All articles tagged "mTOR".

2 articles

April 6, 2026·3 min read

The mTOR Pathway and Aging: Growth Signals, Autophagy and Skin

mTOR is the cell's growth switch. Why turning it down extends lifespan in lab animals, how diet and rapamycin affect it, and what it means for skin.

Rapamycin for Longevity and Skin Aging: What the Human Evidence Shows

Science

February 18, 2026·3 min read

Rapamycin for Longevity and Skin Aging: What the Human Evidence Shows

Rapamycin extends lifespan in mice and a small trial of topical rapamycin lowered skin aging markers. What's known, what's not, and the safety concerns.