senescent
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Although senescent cells no longer divide, they continue using energy and carrying out metabolic activity.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 14, 2026
One of their most important responsibilities is swallowing senescent cells.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 3, 2026
"Additionally, our study suggests potential therapeutic opportunities to expedite this process, such as repurposing drugs like SGLT2 inhibitors, which have shown promise in reducing inflammation and promoting immune-mediated clearance of senescent cells in obesity."
From Science Daily ● Sep. 2, 2026
"As we age, abnormal cells, including senescent and cancerous cells, become more common," Hashimoto says.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 25, 2026
In one thin arm, threaded with veins in a kind of senescent bas-relief, was a basket.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
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