Biology of Aging

This course provides concepts and examples of the biology of aging. We discuss current literature with emphasis on theoretical causes of aging and the practical implications of these theories. Major topics include biochemical processes of aging, cell cycle senescence, age-related organ dysfunction, interventions to alter the aging process, and medical illnesses associated with aging, such as Alzheimer's disease and the dementias. We also study animal and human models for extending longevity, and current approaches for dealing with the aging process are included. Prerequisites: Biol 2960 and Biol 2970 or equivalent, highley recommended Cell Biology OR General Biochemistry I/II OR Fundamentals of Molecular Cell Biology
Course Attributes: BU SCI; AS NSM; FA NSM; AR NSM

Biology of Aging

BIOLOGY AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES 4310

Section 01