News tagged with average lifespan

'Ageless' animals give scientists clues on how to overcome the aging process

Ornithologist Ian Nisbet loves to share two photos of himself with his beloved terns.

Mar 01, 2011 | 4.7 / 5 (13) | 6 |

How to live your life twice: Psychologist busts a myth and offers tips to counter a mid-life crisis

Elliot Jacques coined the term "mid-life crisis" 40 years ago, when the average lifespan was 70 and "mid-life" came at age 35. Individuals could expect their quality of life to decline from that point forward, Jacques argued, ...

Medicine & Health / Psychology & Psychiatry

Jan 21, 2010 | 4.1 / 5 (11) | 2 |

Probing Question: Can we save today's documents for tomorrow?

Even though your grandparents’ old photo albums are yellowed and grainy, they’re still there for you and your family to enjoy. But will your grandchildren be able to say the same of the digital photo albums ...

Technology / Hi Tech & Innovation

Feb 12, 2009 | 5 / 5 (1) | 2