Scientists identify gene that controls muscle aging and strength loss

Researchers discovered that PCYT2, a gene regulating fat production in cells, is crucial for maintaining muscle health and slowing age-related decline. The finding could unlock new drug targets for treating muscle wasting—a costly condition affecting elderly patients and a growing public health concern as populations age worldwide.

Originaltitel: PCYT2-regulated lipid biosynthesis is critical to muscle health and ageing (vol 5, pg 495, 2023)