Dr. Michael B. Fossel, MD, Ph.D
President of Telocyte, author of Cells, Aging, and Human Disease, and The Telomerase Revolution.
Dr. Fossel received a Ph.D. and MD at Stanford, where he had an NSF Fellowship, taught for several years, and studied aging and progeria.
He was a Clinical Professor of Medicine at Michigan State University for almost three decades. During this time, Dr. Fossel conducted research on the molecular biology of aging, telomeres and telomerase, stem cells and regenerative medicine, progeria, and mitochondrial diseases.
He has published more than 200 peer-reviewed articles in scientific journals such as Science, Nature Medicine, The Journal of Clinical Investigation, Nature Reviews Genetics, and PNAS. He is the founding editor of Rejuvenation Research, and co-founder or scientific advisor to several biotech companies
In 2014, Dr. Fossel founded Telocyte, Inc., a biotech company developing telomerase activation therapy for aging, degenerative diseases, and cancer.
The goal of Telocyte is to develop targeted therapies that can activate telomerase to help cells regenerate, slow down aging, and extend lifespan.
Dr. Fossel has devoted the last two decades of his career to understanding and addressing the causes of aging. He is a founding member of the American Aging Association and a board-certified emergency physician.
He has been awarded numerous honors for his research, including a Merit Review Award from NIH, and has written extensively on aging and regenerative medicine, including his book Cells, Aging, and Human Disease.
Books written by Dr. Michael B. Fossel, MD, Ph.D
Cells, Aging, and Human Disease
Cells, Aging, and Human Disease delve into the realm of aging from its genetic roots to clinical implications. It takes an in-depth exploration of...
Reversing Human Aging
The Reversing Human Aging book provides an in-depth look into the latest scientific research and discoveries on reversing the aging process. It...
The Telomerase Revolution
For decades, Dr. Michael Fossel has been pushing the boundaries of aging research and is acclaimed for authoring the authoritative textbook on human...
Topics discussed by Dr. Michael B. Fossel, MD, Ph.D
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Cells
We are made of cells! Cells are the basic building blocks of all living organisms. The human body is composed of trillions of cells that perform specific functions. There...
Aging
Slow down the process...and age gracefully! Aging is inevitable. Everyone will face it sooner or later. There are, however, things that can be done to slow the aging process and keep one's body...
Health Issues
Tackle health issues head on! Health challenges are one of the main problems that people face today. There are various health issues that people suffer from, ranging from minor...
Skin
Healthy and glowing skin starts here! The skin is the largest organ of the human body. It protects us from the environment, regulates our temperature, and allows us to feel sensations....
Cardiovascular Health Issues
Proactively care for your heart... The cardiovascular system is made up of the heart and blood vessels. It is responsible for delivering oxygen and nutrients to the tissues of the body...
Bones
Let health throw you a bone... Bones are the supportive structure of the human body. They provide a framework for the muscles and organs, protect delicate internal tissues, and...
Joints
Nurture those joints! Joints are the areas where two bones meet. They are very important as they allow our bodies to move in many different ways. There are many different...
Blood
Every drop helps... Blood is a bodily fluid in humans and other animals that delivers necessary substances such as nutrients and oxygen to the cells and transports...
Immune System
Boost your immune system! The immune system is the body's natural defense against infection and disease. It is made up of a variety of cells, proteins, and organs that work...
Endocrine System
Are your hormones out of whack? The endocrine system is a collection of glands that produce hormones. These hormones regulate the body's growth, metabolism, and sexual function. The...
Gastroenterology Health Issues
Keep your digestive system working like clockwork! Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine focused on the digestive system and its disorders. The digestive system includes the gastrointestinal (GI)...
Longevity
I want to live forever! Longevity refers to the length of time a particular species can live and produce offspring. In humans, longevity is often measured by life...