Rosario Rizzuto | Decoding the Biology of Ageing | Milan Longevity Summit 2026

*Decoding the Biology of Ageing* *Rosario Rizzuto, Full Professor of General Pathology, University of Padua* *Mitochondria and longevity* __ What role do mitochondria play in determining how we age? In this session from Decoding the Biology of Ageing at the Milan Longevity Summit 2026, Professor Rosario Rizzuto explores the fundamental role of mitochondria—the cell's energy-producing organelles—in the ageing process and the development of age-related diseases. Far beyond generating energy, mitochondria regulate metabolism, calcium signalling, cellular stress responses, and programmed cell death. This conversation examines how mitochondrial function influences longevity and how new discoveries could open the door to therapies that preserve cellular health, delay ageing, and improve resilience throughout life. Professor Rosario Rizzuto is Full Professor of General Pathology at the University of Padua and one of the world's leading experts in mitochondrial biology. His pioneering research has transformed our understanding of intracellular calcium signalling and mitochondrial function, revealing their central role in metabolism, ageing, cancer, and neurodegenerative diseases. His discoveries continue to shape the future of cell biology, precision medicine, and longevity research. The Milan Longevity Summit brings together global leaders across science, medicine, policy, business, technology and society to rethink the future of health through a One Health perspective—recognising that the wellbeing of people, planet and economies is deeply interconnected. Learn more about the Milan Longevity Summit: https://www.milanlongevitysummit.org/it/speakers26/rosario-rizzuto #MilanLongevitySummit #Longevity #OneHealth #RosarioRizzuto #Mitochondria #CellBiology #HealthyAgeing #Healthspan #Geroscience #Metabolism