Educational Achievement Slows Aging
Summary : Researchers discovered a link between educational attainment and biological aging, using data from the Framingham Heart Study. Their findings, utilizing the DunedinPACE epigenetic clock on genomic data, reveal that higher levels of education are associated with a slower pace of aging and a reduced risk of mortality. This landmark study highlights the potential of educational interventions to promote healthy longevity, underscoring education as not just a socio-economic benefit but a key factor in biological resilience and lifespan extension. By focusing on upward educational mobility and sibling comparisons, the study offers robust evidence that the benefits of education extend deeply into our biological makeup, influencing our health trajectories and mortality risks. Key Facts: Link Between Education and Aging : Two additional years of schooling were found to correlate with a 2-3% slower pace of aging, as measured by the DunedinPACE epigenetic clock. Educational Mobilit...