"Aging affects us all and is characterized not only by increasing frailty but by increased susceptibility to conditions such as Alzheimer's, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. We are gaining an increasing understanding of the molecular mechanisms underlying aging, however, and uncovering clues to how life may be prolonged. This book examines the biological basis of aging and research into strategies that may extend lifespan"--
Aging affects us all and is characterized not only by increasing frailty but by increased susceptibility to conditions such as Alzheimer's, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. We are gaining an increasing understanding of the molecular mechanisms underlying aging, however, and uncovering clues to how life may be prolonged. Written and edited by experts in the field, this collection from Cold Spring Harbor Perspectives in Medicine examines the biological basis of aging and research into strategies that may extend lifespan. Contributors discuss:
- An Overview of the Theory of Aging
- DNA Damage, DNA Repair, Aging, and Neurodegeneration
- Articulating the Case for the Longevity Dividend
- The Translation of Aging Science into a Therapeutic Intervention
This volume also covers the economic promise of delayed aging, and examines whether the rate of human aging has already been modified. It is an indispensable reference for biologists, physicians, public health administrators, and others working in the field.
