KlothoBios News & Articles
Fountain of Youth…Klotho: The Anti-Aging Gene
There has been a lot of focus recently on a specific protein called Klotho. It was first discovered in Japan approximately 20 years ago, and it has been a significant focus of the medical industry. A lot of people are paying attention to this protein because it may...
Biological Role of Anti-Aging Protein Klotho
Klotho is an anti-aging protein that is mostly detected in the kidney and brain. It was first identified in mice as an aging suppressor. Overexpression of this gene extends one's lifespan, while a deficiency can lead to aging faster or even early death. This gene...
Study Looks at the Relationship Between Klotho and Oocyte Development
Klotho protein has been studied extensively as a possible measure to reduce the impacts of aging; however, a recent study analyzed the antioxidant activity of the Klotho protein as it relates to reproductive signaling. Prior research has shown that this protein is...
Leonhardt’s Launchpads Accelerator To Showcase Eight Innovation Assets and Startups At 2022 Demo Day
Irvine, Calif., Nov. 16th, 2021 /PRDistribution/ -- Leonhardt's Launchpads announced today that they will showcase eight graduates of their innovation and startup launch accelerator program on a Demo Day. The event will occur both in person and virtually on Friday,...
Klotho the Anti-Aging Gene
The Klotho (KL) gene was identified as an anti-aging gene and has produced insights into how the aging process works. Researchers have uncovered several functions of Klotho, but future research should investigate the location of Klotho receptors and downstream...
Study Looks at the Relationship Between Klotho and Oocyte Development
Klotho protein has been studied extensively as a possible measure to reduce the impacts of aging; however, a recent study analyzed the antioxidant activity of the Klotho protein as it relates to reproductive signaling. Prior research has shown that this protein is...
Klotho Anti-Aging Research Reveals Treatment Potential
Aging brings all sorts of problems no matter how well people take care of their bodies. Part of the reason why is the decline of the Klotho gene present in our bodies with every year that passes. A primary concern arising includes how declines of Klothos have on...
Klotho Effect on Cardiovascular Functioning
According to numerous studies, the Klotho protein seems to have a positive effect on the body. For example, it may contribute to heart health and cardiovascular maintenance. Considering that various CVDs caused 32 percent of all worldwide deaths in 2019, this could...
How the Klotho Protein Impacts Your Longevity and Quality of Life — And What You Can Do About It
Throughout life, the kidneys, brain, and thyroid produce the Klotho protein. As it is known to play a role in the aging process, it was named after a Greek goddess. In the myth, Clotho was “the Spinner,” one of three goddesses that determine a person’s destiny. The...
History of Klotho Gene Discovery and Anti-Aging Research
An unintentional transgene injection into mice that occurred in 1997 revealed information that researchers didn’t seem to expect at the time. Apparently, this accidental experiment demonstrated the difference between the effects of Klotho deficiency and an...
How This Anti-Aging Gene Helps Improve Kidney Function for Patients With Renal Failure
Ever since a cardiologist in Japan discovered in 2005 that increasing the Klotho gene in mice extends their life, the gene aptly named after the Greek Goddess, who spins the thread of life, has captured the spotlight and generated volumes of anti-aging research....
How Klotho Plays a Role in Muscle Strength, Longevity and Cancer Prevention
Many medical experts believe that a gene predominately expressed in the kidney called klotho is the primary manager of aging in mammals. The gene also plays a big role in regulating vascular health and kidney function. If someone has a low activity of this gene,...
Can This Mysterious Hormone Prevent Alzheimer’s and Cognitive Decline?
What if there was an anti-aging drug that could boost the cognitive functions of the brain? That is the question Dr. Dena Dubal began asking when the University of California, San Francisco hired her to study a hormone called klotho. In 2011, Dr. Dubal set up a...
Taking a Closer Look at the Klotho Protein and its Role in Aging and Longevity: What We Know So Far
There are many people who are looking for a way to extend their life span. Now, researchers may have uncovered a protein that can play a significant role. Recently, the Klotho protein was discovered to be associated with life extension. In the research study,...
An Exploration of the Klotho Protein, Metabolism, and Aging: What Does the Research Show This Far
Researchers have been working to uncover proteins that play a role in aging. For the past three decades, one of the proteins that has been closely studied is the Klotho protein. This protein plays an important role in the metabolism of ions throughout the body,...