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Breakthrough Technique Distinguishes Aged Cells Without Labels

6/22/2025

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Researchers at Tokyo Metropolitan University have unveiled a groundbreaking technique that uses frequency-modulated dielectrophoresis (FM-DEP) to distinguish between aged and younger human cells without the need for biochemical labels. This innovative method could revolutionize our understanding of cellular aging, particularly in relation to diseases like Alzheimer's and diabetes, with future applications in regenerative medicine on the horizon.

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Researchers at Tokyo Metropolitan University have unveiled a groundbreaking technique that uses frequency-modulated dielectrophoresis (FM-DEP) to distinguish between aged and younger human cells without the need for biochemical labels. This innovative method could revolutionize our understanding of cellular aging, particularly in relation to diseases like Alzheimer's and diabetes, with future applications in regenerative medicine on the horizon.