Russian Population Study Develops Biological Age Calculator: RUSS-AGE Trial Seeks 3,500 Participants to Define Aging Biomarkers
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·14 May 2026
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·clinical-trialsThe RUSS-AGE study aims to develop biological age calculators for the Russian population by analyzing comprehensive aging biomarkers in 3,500 participants. This research could transform clinical risk assessment by moving beyond chronological age to more accurate biological age measurements.
Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov
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