BIO 3530Physiology of Aging

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Prerequisites: BIO 2310 and BIO 2320 with a grade "C-" or above Crosslisting: PUB 3700 This course views aging from both the biological and the physiological perspectives. Theories on the biology of aging and cultural variations of aging will be explored. The concepts of continuity and change will be used to study the cellular and molecular events throughout the lifespan that lead to aging and disease. Causes, physiological and pathological changes, and factors that contribute to life prolongation and the strengthening of physiologic competence to improve the quality of life as individuals age will be addressed.