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Both titanium and tungsten are considered model metals in the jewelry industry because they were not available to the consumer market as commodities until ten years ago. They have gained tremendous popularity since the introduction and become an integral part of the jewelry material spectrum.Tungsten Wedding Ring

Due to the rather little exposure, many questions arise concerning titanium and tungsten when it comes to choosing jewelry. The followings are some points of consideration if you are seriously thinking about buying a titanium or tungsten wedding ring.

1. Hardness
Titanium and tungsten are both known for the superior hardness over traditional metals such as gold, silver, and platinum. One thing worth noting is that it is not the metals themselves in a pure form that possess the hardness, it is their alloys that do. Roughly speaking, the hardest form of tungsten carbide is harder than titanium alloys, and only under extreme circumstances, such as abrasion from diamonds, can it be damaged.

2. Ductility
Titanium is more ductile than tungsten in the common alloys used in jewelry. In other words, when a wedding ring is under high pressure, such as hit by a car door, a titanium ring would be bend out-of-round whereas a tungsten carbide ring would fracture into several pieces. Hence, in terms of safety, a tungsten carbide ring is safer to wear.

3. Hypoallergenic
This is the very same concern as buying silver jewelry to some people: Will I be allergic to the jewelry? In general, titanium jewelry is virtually safe to wear for everybody. Yet, some tungsten carbide jewelry contains the element cobalt that some people are allergic to. Interesting, another form of tungsten alloy using nickel as a binder metal is hypoallergenic, even to people who are allergic to nickel.

4. Weight
Titanium is lighter than tungsten, or more precisely, has a lower density. Titanium alloys are about 43% lighter than stainless steel and tungsten carbide is about 90% heavier than stainless steel.

5. Coloring
Titanium reacts with different chemicals and produces alloys of different colors. Jewelry makers use anodization to coat colored patterns on titanium rings. Black titanium is another form of titanium alloy that has a different color than the commonly used grey color. On the other hand, tungsten carbide is usually offered on in black color only.

6. Pricing
Titanium jewelry is in general cheaper than tungsten jewelry primarily due to the difference in equipment and environment control need to produce them. The temperature for forming a tungsten carbide is about 6000 Fahrenheit, which has to be in either a vacuum or hydrogen environment.

7. Engraving and resizing
Titanium wedding rings can be engraved and resized. However, a tungsten carbide ring is too hard to be engraved or resized. Although engraving can be done, the letters will be very faint and difficult to read. So if you are buying to ring to engrave, get titanium rings.

Over the past three years, there has been a significant rise in the number of Chinese families selecting an international style of education in China for their children.

With the development of the country’s international Chinese-owned Private Schools (iCPS) sector, options for Chinese parents to keep their children close to home prior to university and yet receive an education that prepares them well for university studies abroad, have expanded. For many of China’s parents, this is proving to be the preferred option, in preference to foreign boarding or foundation years overseas, at an age when their child may not be sufficiently mature to face independent living in a vastly different cultural context.best international school in china

Sector growth

Private education in China is developing thanks to favourable government regulations, and it is growing in popularity amongst Chinese nationals, despite free public schools. This is partly due to a shortage of education resources in the public education sector, but also due to increased wealth of many Chinese families who are seeking private options as a route to academic success. For the most aspirational of families, the international Chinese Private Schools offer the best of all worlds: an international style of bilingual education where children can learn in the language of English, follow a more Western-style of pedagogy, and study towards globally recognised examinations that effectively pave their way for subsequent admission to the world’s top universities and, ultimately, global careers.

There is also a growing recognition amongst informed Chinese parents (many who have experienced, or are aware of the demands of foreign higher education) that university success is about completing the entire degree course and graduating; not simply about getting the grades to enter university. Such success requires independent learning skills, the ability to think creatively, and to debate and communicate effectively – for most of the best universities in the world, this means in the language of English. These are the skills that iCPSs are promoting, and many successfully offering, particularly when foreign collaborations are involved.

Opportunities for foreign partnerships

Some of the most successful developments within the iCPS sector have included partnerships between Chinese investors and foreign independent schools, in particular, British schools. They have not only provided the essential Western skills and pedagogy, but bring an important brand identity which responds to the demand, by aspirational Chinese families for education that delivers academic heritage, reputation, brand prestige as well as a reliable route to higher education.

The international Chinese Private Schools are one of the few routes by which foreign brands can get involved in the education of Chinese children in China. There are now 31 independent school brands which have established agreements with Chinese schools and investors in order to deliver teaching expertise and an international style of education. Several such schools opened their doors for the first time in September 2018, including Adcote School and Lucton School in Shanghai; Nanwai King’s College in Wuxi; RDFZ King’s College in Hangzhou; Rong Qiao Sedbergh School in Fuzhou; Huili Schools in Shanghai and Hangzhou which have service agreements with Wellington College; and Wycombe Abbey International in Hangzhou. More are in development and the trend looks set to continue.

The numbers

2018/19 academic year data, now available in the International Schools Market Intelligence Report for China from ISC Research, identify that over 245,500 students (primarily Chinese nationals) are enrolled in the 563 iCPSs already established in China. ISC Research projections suggest that by 2028 this number will have increased to well over 800,000 Chinese children attending such schools.

Enrolment growth is anticipated for several reasons. In addition to their reputation for pathway preparation to global university and careers, access to the high-fee iCPSs is increasing as levels of personal wealth in China continue to rise. ISC’s China Market Intelligence Report states that China has around 1.3 million USD millionaires and over 800 USD billionaires. Over the next 15 years, the number of high-income residents in top-tier cities – such as Beijing, Guangzhou, Shanghai, and Shenzhen – is expected to double. The number of families able to afford the tuition of iCPSs has therefore increased rapidly and will continue to do so.

You will find below a list of the most popular international and bilingual schools for expats in Shanghai with fee information. It includes nursery schools, primary and secondary (high) schools and you will find the right school to prepare for International Baccalaureate, and other diploma in Shanghai.best international schools in Shanghai

British International School Shanghai
Address: 111 Jinguang Road
Huacao Town, Minhang, Shanghai, 201107
Tel: 86 21 5226 3211
Annual Tuition Rates: 88,315 - 249,240 RMB per year

This school offers British National Curriculum education from nursery classes through to sixth form. The school encourages pupils to study Mandarin and Chinese culture as part of their studies. The school offers IGCSEs and the International Baccalaureate, and the A-levels.

Shanghai American School (SAS)
Puxi Campus Address: 258 Jin Feng Road
Huacao Town, Minhang Dist, Shanghai, China 201107
Tel: 6221-1445
Pudong Campus Address: 1600 Ling Bai Road
San Jia Gang, Pudong, Shanghai, China 201201
Tel: 6221-1445
Annual Tuition Rates: Inquire at school

One of the oldest international schools in the world and largest international school in China, this school has two campuses. It offers an American-based curriculum. Instruction is in English with Mandarin courses offered. There are also ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) courses.

Concordia International School
Address: 999 Mingyue Road
Jinqiao, Pudong, Shanghai 201206
Tel: (8621) 5899-0380
Annual Tuition Rates: 148,000 - 197,500 RMB per year

Classes from pre-school to High School. The school offers the American curriculum, with Chinese and Asian study options. The school offers AP courses and SAT testing. Uniforms are required.

Shanghai Community International Schools (SCIS)
Early Childhood Center Address: 2212 Hongqiao Road
Shanghai, China 200336
Hongqiao Campus Address: 1161 Hongqiao Road
Shanghai, China 200051
Tel: 86-21-6261-4338
Pudong Campus Address: 800 Xiuyan Road
Kangqiao, Pudong, Shanghai, China 201315
Tel: 86-21-5812-9888
Hangzhou Campus Address: 78 Dongxin Street
Bin Jiang District, Hangzhou 310053
Tel: 86-571-8669-0045
Annual Tuition Rates: Inquire at school

There is a early learning center, Hongqiao campus, Hangzhou Campus, and Pudong campus. The school offers pre-school (3 to 4 year olds) to Grade 12. The school provides American curriculum and English instruction.

Yew Chung International School of Shanghai
Hongqiao Campus Address: 11 Shui Cheng Road, Puxi, Shanghai 200336, P.R.C.
Gubei Campus Address: 18 West Rong Hua Road
Gubei New Area, Puxi, Shanghai 201103, P.R.C.
Regency Park Campus Address: 1817 Hua Mu Road, Pudong, Shanghai 201204, P.R.C
Century Park Campus Address: 1433 Dong Xiu Road, Pudong, Shanghai 200127, P.R.C.
Tel: +86 21 2226 7666
Annual Tuition Rates: Inquire at school

Yew Chung International School of Shanghai (YCIS) is renowned for its unique multicultural and bilingual approach to education, with a focus on learning both English and Chinese. With more than 2,400 international students in Kindergarten, Primary, and Secondary, YCIS provides a truly international education that develops caring, well-rounded, global citizens.

Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong
Address: 266 LanAn Lu, Jinqiao, Pudong,
Shanghai 201206, China
Tel: 86 (0) 21-5899-9910
Annual Tuition Rates: Inquire at school

The school offers classes from pre-school to age 16. It is a co-educational, bilingual, non-denominational academic institution that follows the philosophy of Dulwich College London. The school offers the National Curriculum of England and Wales and uses the International General Certificate in Secondary Education (IGCSE) and IB. There are franchises around the world.

Vehicle strikes skateboarding child in Redondo Beach

A child on a skateboard was struck by a vehicle and seriously injured Tuesday in Redondo Beach.Children skateboarding in Shanghai

The collision occurred about 7:25 a.m. at the intersection of Curtis Avenue and Felton Lane, according to Redondo Beach Police Department Lt. Jeff Mendence.

The skateboarder was taken to a Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, and the driver of the vehicle involved remained at the scene as required, Mendence said.“Initial investigation indicated that the pedestrian rode a skateboard into the roadway where the collision occurred,” Mendence said. “The driver was released, and the case remains under investigation.”
Skateboarding can be a fun and challenging activity, but it also comes with a significant risk of injury, researchers report.

The researchers examined data spanning two decades and found that more than 64,500 U.S. children and teens were treated in hospital emergency rooms each year -- about 176 a day -- for skateboarding-related injuries. Fractures and dislocations were among the most common injuries, the study indicated.

"Part of the fun of skateboarding and board sports in general is using gravity to kind of get away with something you can't get away with just running on your own two feet. But when you come down, it's just like when someone hits you with a hammer. It hurts, and things can break," said Dr. Mark Morocco, an associate clinical professor of medicine/emergency medicine at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. Morocco was not involved in the current research.
Five deaths were reported during the study period. All were due to motor vehicle collisions. But the study's lead author, Lara McKenzie, suggested that the death rate may be underreported. McKenzie is a principal investigator with the Center for Injury Research and Policy at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio.

The study included data for kids between 5 and 19 years old. All were treated in U.S. emergency departments for skateboarding-related injuries from 1990-2008.

From 1990 to 1994, the number of skateboarding injuries actually fell. But from 1994 through 2008, the rate of injuries rose again, according to the study.McKenzie believes those changes can be attributed to "the waxing and waning of the popularity of the sport. Kids want to do it, they do, then move on to the next thing," she said.

Males were far more likely than females to be injured. Almost 40 percent of injuries occurred at home. Just under 30 percent occurred on a street or highway, the study found.One piece of good news from the study is that most of the kids injured don't end up admitted to the hospital.Young daredevils may try to emulate tricks they've seen professionals do, but Morocco noted that professionals take extra safety precautions.

The English Learner Support Division provides direction and leadership with the implementation of Bilingual and English as a Second Language (ESL) Programs for English learners.bilingual teacher qualification
Bilingual Education Exception and ESL Waiver Application - Due November 1st, 2019

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Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Chapter 89, Subchapter BB Updates

Effective July 1, 2019, TAC 89.1225 on Testing and Classification of English Learners will be replaced by TAC 89.1226 to incorporate the ESSA requirements for single, statewide assessments for identification and reclassification.

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Explanatory Charts for change from 89.1225 to 89.1226 related to identification and reclassification of ELs
TSDS PEIMS Revisions for 2019-2020 - English Learners and Bilingual Education and ESL Programs

Explanatory video of revisions to the Texas Student Data System (TSDS) Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS) for 2019-2020 related to ELs and BE/ESL programs (Running time: 29:58)
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LEP/EL Decision Chart for the Language Proficiency Assessment Committee (LPAC) with PEIMS codes (includes accessible version of flowchart)
Code Guide for Bilingual and ESL Program Association (funding updates as of August 2019)

The U.S. economy grew more slowly in the spring, as lower levels of business investment cancelled out robust consumer spending. Many economists expect this trend to continue, dragging growth further down for the rest of the year.To get more usa gdp, you can visit shine news official website.

The gross domestic product, the broadest gauge of economic activity, grew at a moderate 2% annual rate in the April-June quarter, the Commerce Department said Thursday. That's down from a 3.1% gain in the first quarter. The estimate is a tick lower than the government's initial estimate a month ago of 2.1% annual growth.

One encouraging sign is that consumer spending, which drives about 70% of growth, accelerated last quarter at the fastest pace in nearly five years. At the same time, business investment, which has weakened in the face of President Donald Trump's trade wars, was revised lower and subtracted from growth in the April-June period.
The president has pledged to achieve GDP growth at annual rates of 3% or better. But economists predict that GDP, which hit 2.9% growth last year, to slow sharply. The expectation is that annual growth in the current July-September quarter is slowing to around 1.8% and that the pace in the October-December quarter will be similar.

For all of 2019, economists estimate that GDP will slow to around 2.2% and then drop to below 2% in 2020.

"The U.S. economy was in good shape in the second quarter, but the outlook has changed substantially in the third quarter, with the economy set for slower growth in the near term," Gus Faucher, chief economist at PNC, said in a note.The biggest factor in the government's downward revision for the April-June quarter was a smaller gain in spending by state and local governments and fewer export sales. American exports have been hurt by the retaliatory tariffs China and other countries have imposed on U.S. soybeans and other products. That drop was offset by the increase in consumer spending to a rate of 4.7%, up from an initial estimate of 4.3%.

Business investment spending turned negative in the second quarter, falling at a 0.6% annual rate, which many economists believe occurred because of the trade wars increasing business uncertainty about the future.

A slowdown in annual growth to 2.2% would be near the 2.3% annual gains seen since the decade-long expansion began in June 2009. The recovery became the longest in U.S. history last month but analysts have begun to worry whether trade wars, plunging stock markets and such factors as an inverted yield curve might be signaling growing risks of a recession.Mark Zandi, chief economist at Moody's Analytics, said he is not forecasting a recession in the next 18 months but said one can't be ruled out, with the greatest risk coming from the U.S. trade war with China.

"If the president continues to ratchet up the rhetoric and his tariffs on China, it will continue to unnerve business people who are already being more cautious with their investment plans," Zandi said. "The risks of going into a recession are high if the president keeps escalating his trade war."In a separate report Thursday, the Labor Department said that the number of Americans filing claims for unemployment benefits, seen as a good proxy for layoffs, rose by 4,000 last week to a still-low 215,000. Economists believe this weekly indicator will be one of the first signs if the economy is starting to falter.

On the morning of October 13, 2019, the organizers of Walk and Prayer for Good Luck hosted the opening ceremony for its Blessing for Health event at Hangzhou's famous landmark, Grand Canal World, better known by the romanization of its Chinese name, Yunhe Tiandi. Over 300 outdoor sports enthusiasts gathered on the Grand Canal. They set out from Yunhe Tiandi, walking along a promenade that bordered the canal and through the Qiaoxi and Xiaohe Historical and Cultural Blocks, part of a three-block-long stretch known for its preservation of the area's local history and culture. The participants said they were engaging in the activity in response to the Chinese government's national fitness call, while expressing the pride they feel in their homeland.To get more hangzhou, you can visit shine news official website.

The event was organized by Hangzhou Canal Group Cultural Tourism Co., Ltd. and the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal (Hangzhou Section) Comprehension Protection Commission, and hosted by Jinhe Travel Agency.At 8:40 AM, the opening ceremony of the 2019 Walk and Prayer for Good Luck's Blessing for Health formally kicked off. Following a performance of high-intensity aerobics entitled Beauty and Force, the event ambassador made his formal appearance.

This year's event ambassador, Yu Haida, is a former deputy secretary of the Party Committee and associate professor of the School of Physical Education and Health at Hangzhou Normal University. During his speech, Mr. Yu said, with the work on the Hangzhou Section of the Canal rapidly nearing completion, people who reside in the immediate area have been actively pursuing health and wellbeing, which has also proven to be a major factor contributing to the general satisfaction with life felt by the vast majority of Hangzhou's populace.

Finally, the ambassador waved the flag to begin the walk and opened the prayer door. The more than 300 participants formally started on the walk.

The group took off from Yunhe Tiandi, walked along the Qiaoxi and Xiaohe Historical and Cultural Blocks, finally reaching their destination, Lang Lang Art World at Dadou Road Historical and Cultural Block, a distance of 4.88 kilometers. Some participants chose the water route, first going to the end point on canal boats and returning by foot, in this case, a distance of 6.88 kilometers.In addition to walking along the Canal, the Walk and Prayer campaign identified several points of interest along the three historical and cultural blocks. Participants arrived at the points as indicated in the campaign manual and took part in the scheduled activity, winning a special coupon handed out by the organizers. Those who engaged in all of the scheduled activities and collected the complete set of coupons earned an exquisite prize once they had reached the final destination.

At Yunhe Tiandi, participants got to know each other by engaging in the activities, exchanging tips about fitness and health care. In Qiaoxi Historical and Cultural Block's Fanghuichuntang, several of the city's leading traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) doctors offered free consultations based on feeling the person's pulse, a key indicator of health according to TCM, while fielding questions concerning health and wellbeing. Those who received the free consultations also were given a small gift. Further on, at Lang Lang Art World, participants walked through an exhibit of the famous musician's trophies alongside a curation of products based on the city's unique culture and traditions, while enjoying musical selections from Lang Lang's latest album.

Several participants who had joined the event in the past explained that the Walk and Prayer for Good Luck has been held for many years, with ever-changing themes and forms. It has been one of the most popular outdoor activities for Hangzhou's denizens, combining hiking, a sport that has recently spiked in popularity, with the traditional culture of the city.

U.S. business investment contracted more sharply that previously estimated in the second quarter and corporate profit growth was tepid, casting a shadow on the economy, which is being stalked by financial market fears of a recession.To get more us gdp, you can visit shine news official website.

Business investment declined at a 1.0% annualized rate last quarter, the government said in its third reading of second-quarter GDP on Thursday. That was the steepest decline since the fourth quarter of 2015. Business investment was previously estimated to have declined at a 0.6% pace.It was pulled down by an 11.1% pace of decline in spending on structures, which reflected drops in the categories of commercial and healthcare, and mining exploration, shafts and wells.

After-tax profits without inventory valuation and capital consumption adjustment, which correspond to S&P 500 profits, increased at a downwardly revised 3.3% rate. Profits were previously reported to have advanced at a 4.8% rate in the second quarter.Weak business spending and tepid profit growth could raise doubts on consumers’ ability to continue driving the economy.

Gross domestic product increased at an unrevised 2.0% rate in the first quarter as the strongest consumer spending in 4-1/2 years offset weak exports and a slower pace of inventory investment. The economy grew at a 3.1% rate in the January-March quarter. It expanded 2.6% in the first half of the year.

When measured from the income side, the U.S. economy grew at a 1.8% rate in the second quarter. Gross domestic income (GDI) was previously reported to have increased at a 2.1% pace in the April-June quarter. It rose at 3.2% rate in the first quarter.

The average of GDP and GDI, also referred to as gross domestic output and considered a better measure of economic activity, rose at a 1.9% rate last quarter, rather than the 2.1% pace estimated last month. That was a slowdowng from a 3.2% pace of growth in the first three months of the year.

The Trump administration’s nearly 15-month trade war with China is threatening the longest economic expansion on record, now in its 11th year. The trade war has weighed on manufacturing and business investment, and stoked fears in the financial market that a recession was looming.

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said last week policymakers “expect the economy to continue to expand at a moderate rate,” but reiterated that “weakness in global growth and trade policy uncertainty have weighed on the economy and pose ongoing risks.”The U.S. central bank cut interest rates again last Wednesday after lowering borrowing costs in July for the first time since 2008.

The economy is largely losing speed as the stimulus from the White House’s $1.5 trillion tax-cut package and a government spending blitz fades. Economists are forecasting growth this year around 2.5%, below the Trump administration’s 3% target.

Growth in consumer spending, which accounts for more than two-thirds of U.S. economic activity, surged at a 4.6% rate in the second quarter. That was the fastest since the fourth quarter of 2014 and was a slight downward revision from the 4.7% pace estimated last month.

Consumer spending is being driven by the lowest unemployment rate in nearly 50 years. But a recent ebb in consumer confidence amid concerns about duties on Chinese consumer goods, which came into effect in September, could slow spending. Additional tariffs are on the way.

The trade deficit widened to $980.7 billion in the second quarter instead of $982.5 billion as reported last month. Trade cut 0.68 percentage point from GDP growth last quarter rather than 0.72 percentage point as previously reported.

Growth in inventories was revised slightly up to a $69.4 billion rate in the second quarter from the previously estimated $69.0 billion pace. Inventories sliced off 0.91 percentage point from GDP growth last quarter as reported in August. The slowdown in inventory accumulation reflects robust consumer spending.

Government investment was raised as state and local government spending was much strong than initially thought. Spending on homebuilding contracted for a sixth straight quarter, the longest such stretch since the Great Recession.

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ISO SGS Certified Pure Natural Sophora Japonica Extract/Quercetin Powder

Quercetin powder is a type of plant-based chemical, or phytochemical, known as a flavonoid (see also Phytochemicals). Good sources include apples, onions, teas, red wines, and many other foods. Quercetin is also available as a dietary supplement. Quercetin appears to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It has been promoted as being effective against a wide variety of diseases, including cancer. While some early lab results appear promising, as of yet there is no reliable clinical evidence that quercetin can prevent or treat cancer in humans.

Product name: Quercetin Powder
Specification: 95%
CAS NO: 117-39-5
Part Used: Flower Bud
Appearance: Yellow green fine powder
Test Method: HPLC
1.Anti-cancer effect.Onions are rich in flavonoids and selenium.Flavonoids scavenge free radicals anti-oxidants.Selenium is a powerful anti-oxidant,it can remove the body for a variety of free radicals,with anti-cancer,anti-aging effect.
2.Lower blood pressure,prevent blood clots.
3.Lowering blood sugar,blood fat.
4.Onion in phytoncide stimulate appetite,help digestion,while another expectorant, diuretic,diaphoretic and prevent colds and other effects.

Nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN), a product of the NAMPT reaction and a key NAD+ intermediate, ameliorates glucose intolerance by restoring NAD+ levels in HFD-induced T2D mice. NMN also enhances hepatic insulin sensitivity and restores gene expression related to oxidative stress, inflammatory response, and circadian rhythm, partly through SIRT1 activation. NMN is used for studying binding motifs within RNA aptamers and ribozyme activation processes involving β-nicotinamide mononucleotide (β-NMN)-activated RNA fragments.Antiaging Powder
Nicotinamide Mononucleotide belongs to Vitamin B, participating in metabolism in the body, can be used to prevent pellagra or other niacin defection disease.
Nicotinamide Mononucleotide could be used as feed/human nutrition, booth the growth and strengthen the immunity.

Nicotinamide mononucleotide (“NMN” and “β-NMN”) is a nucleotide derived from ribose and nicotinamide.Niacinamide (nicotinamide) is a derivative of vitamin B3, also known as niacin. As a biochemical precursor of NAD+, it may be useful in the prevention of pellagra.
Its precursor, niacin, is found in a variety of nutritional sources: peanuts, mushrooms (portobello, grilled), avocados, green peas (fresh), and certain fish and animal meats.
In studies on mice, NMN has shown to reverse age-related arterial dysfunction by decreasing oxidative stress. A long-term study indicates that NMN can slow down the physiologic decline in ageing mice. As a result, the older mice in the study have metabolism and energy levels resembling those of younger mice, with extended life spans. However, NMN did not show similar beneficial effects in young mice.