BIO 414 - Comparative Biology Of Aging

Institution:

Northeastern Illinois University

Subject:

Biology

Description:

Comparative analysis of aging, longevity, and mortality patterns in diverse prokaryotic and eukaryotic species. Studies include an overview of the history of biological gerontology, life-table construction and analysis, populational and physiological measurements of senescence, theoretical models of aging and longevity, use of vital statistics mortality data, biochemistry of free-radicals and antioxidant molecules, and therapeutic intervention to prolong lifespan in various species.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.neiu.edu/

Phone Number:

(773) 583-4050

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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