Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, a coenzyme critical for cellular energy metabolism that declines with age. NAD+ precursors like NMN and NR are studied as longevity interventions.

Mechanistic target of rapamycin, a key nutrient-sensing pathway that regulates cell growth and aging. Inhibiting mTOR (e.g., with rapamycin) has shown lifespan extension in multiple organisms.

A class of drugs that selectively eliminate senescent (aged, dysfunctional) cells to reduce inflammation and improve tissue function.

What is Epigenetic clock?

A biomarker based on DNA methylation patterns that estimates biological age, often more predictive of health outcomes than chronological age.

The period of life spent in good health, free from chronic diseases and disability associated with aging.

An immunosuppressant drug that inhibits the mTOR pathway. Research shows rapamycin may extend lifespan and improve age-related health outcomes in multiple species.

What is Biological age?

A measure of how well or poorly your body is functioning relative to your chronological age, assessed through biomarkers such as DNA methylation, telomere length, and blood panels.

What is Caloric restriction?

A dietary regimen that reduces calorie intake without malnutrition. Caloric restriction is one of the most studied interventions shown to extend lifespan across species.

Protective caps at the ends of chromosomes that shorten with each cell division. Telomere length is associated with aging and age-related diseases.

A state in which cells permanently stop dividing but resist death, accumulating with age and secreting inflammatory factors that damage surrounding tissue.

A second-generation epigenetic clock that predicts time to death and is considered one of the most accurate measures of biological aging.

What is Inflammaging?

Chronic, low-grade inflammation that increases with age and contributes to the development of age-related diseases including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and neurodegeneration.

The large-scale study of proteins in biological systems. In longevity research, proteomics identifies blood protein signatures that predict biological age and disease risk.

What is Yamanaka factors?

A set of four transcription factors (Oct4, Sox2, Klf4, c-Myc) that can reprogram adult cells to a pluripotent state. Partial reprogramming with Yamanaka factors is being explored to reverse cellular aging.

Nicotinamide mononucleotide, a precursor to NAD+ that is widely studied as a supplement to boost cellular energy and combat age-related decline.

A gene-editing technology that allows precise modifications to DNA. In longevity research, CRISPR is used to study and potentially modify genes associated with aging.

A cellular housekeeping process where cells break down and recycle damaged components. Declines with age and is stimulated by fasting.

What is Intermittent fasting?

An eating pattern that cycles between periods of fasting and eating. Various protocols (16:8, 5:2) are studied for metabolic, cardiovascular, and longevity benefits.

What is Zone 2 cardio?

Low-intensity aerobic exercise performed at roughly 60–70% of maximum heart rate, primarily using the aerobic energy system. Associated with mitochondrial health and longevity.

Geographic regions identified by researchers where people consistently live longer and healthier lives than average, including Sardinia, Okinawa, and Loma Linda.

Explore Nursing Opportunities at Carrington College Open House

Carrington College is hosting a Nursing Open House at its Sacramento campus on August 12, 2026, from 4 to 6 p.m. This event is an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in pursuing a career in nursing or advancing their current nursing skills. Attendees will be able to explore the college’s Vocational Nursing and LVN to ADN programs, participate in live student demonstrations, and tour the campus facilities. Representatives from enrollment, financial, and career services will be available to answer questions about admissions, tuition, and career pathways.

The Vocational Nursing program at Carrington College allows students to earn a certificate in as little as 12 months, providing essential classroom instruction, lab practice, and clinical experience. For those already working as licensed vocational nurses (LVN) or licensed practical nurses (LPN), the LVN to ADN program offers a bridge to advanced nursing education, which can be completed in just 8 to 12 months. This program builds on existing knowledge and experience, introducing advanced nursing concepts without repeating foundational coursework.

This open house is not just about education; it’s about empowering individuals to take the next step in their healthcare careers. As Campus Director Amy Bianco stated, it’s a chance for the community to see what a nursing education at Carrington College entails. With easy access via SacRT’s light rail and a comprehensive campus that includes state-of-the-art nursing laboratories, attendees will gain insight into the supportive environment that Carrington College provides. For more information or to reserve a spot, prospective students can visit Carrington.edu.

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