A professor at the National University of Singapore (NUS) has become his own test subject in a longevity study, reporting a biological age that is 15 years younger than his chronological age, according to AsiaOne.
The professor, who teaches medicine at NUS, took part in the research by applying the study’s methods to himself. AsiaOne reports that the findings suggest his body’s biological markers now reflect a state typical of someone 15 years his junior, though the specific interventions or measurement tools used were not detailed in the available report.
The story, published by AsiaOne on Friday, highlights a growing trend in academic research where scientists use themselves as pilot subjects before launching larger trials. By testing the protocol on his own body, the professor gained firsthand data on the regimen’s effects, which could inform future studies on aging and healthspan.
AsiaOne’s coverage does not specify how long the professor followed the regimen, what lifestyle changes or treatments were involved, or whether the results have been peer-reviewed. The report frames the outcome as a personal data point rather than a general proof of effectiveness.
What to watch next: whether the professor’s self-reported results lead to a formal, peer-reviewed study with a broader participant group.
