senescent

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Another area of research involves senescent, or “zombie,” cells that scientists are targeting for treatment with drugs.

From Washington Times

Another pilot study found the same combination reduced the burden of senescent cells in the fat tissue of people with diabetic kidney disease.

From Seattle Times

Because they are resistant to death, senescent – or "zombie" – cells accumulate with age.

From Salon

For example, as we age, we build up more and more “senescent” cells, which secrete inflammatory molecules that can effectively accelerate aging.

From Seattle Times

As Steele explains: “Negligibly senescent animals have no obvious impairments of movement or senses as they get older, and they experience no age-related decline in fertility.”

From New York Times