Biomarkers of Aging

Biomarkers of aging are crucial for our understanding of the complex and multifaceted aging process. These biomarkers are measurable indicators that provide insights into the biological changes occurring in an individual over time. In the context of personalized medicine, biomarkers of aging play a pivotal role in tailoring interventions and treatments to address the specific needs of an individual, considering their unique aging  trajectory and health profile. This theme aims to generate accurate and sensitive assays designed for real-world impact. These, as well as standard tools, will then be used for discovering preventive and clinical decision supported biomarkers that can better assess functional capability and aging associated health. This research theme is led by Assoc. Prof. Yoni Savir.

Assoc. Prof. Yonatan Savir is a member of the Rappaport Faculty of Medicine at the Technion. The research in his lab is devoted to understanding how age affects the ability of biological systems to carry out functions by taking an interdisciplinary approach using tools from engineering (AI, mathematical modeling) and experimental biology (single cell dynamics and omics).