Recent scientific advances indicate promising breakthroughs in reversing the aging process. Researchers have identified mechanisms such as partial cellular reprogramming that restore youthful cell identity, addressing age-related cellular changes like mesenchymal drift. A Korean research team has discovered the role of the protein PELOTA in regulating RNA and slowing aging, highlighting a molecular pathway for longevity. Experts emphasize that these developments are grounded in rigorous science rather than speculative claims of immortality. Immunologist Derya Unutmaz noted that surviving the next decade could significantly extend human lifespan due to ongoing progress in aging research. Additionally, advancements in gene editing, cellular repair, and biotechnology, aided by artificial intelligence, are expected to contribute to healthier, longer lives, potentially enabling people to live into their 90s with improved health. These breakthroughs could also have implications for long-term human space exploration by extending healthy lifespans.