Aging as a Disease: A Cure-Based Approach to Longevity
Offered By: TED via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore groundbreaking insights on aging and longevity with David Sinclair's thought-provoking TEDMED talk. Delve into the controversial question of whether aging should be classified as a disease and discover the potential for a cure-based approach to combat the aging process. Learn about the role of longevity genes, calorie restriction, and sirtuins in extending lifespan. Examine the promising effects of resveratrol and its impact on mouse studies. Gain a deeper understanding of the latest research in age-related interventions and the implications for future healthcare approaches.
Syllabus
Introduction
Aging and drugs
Aging is a disease
Longevity genes
Calorie restriction
Sirtuins
What does this mean
resveratrol
mouse studies
Glaxo
resveratrolorg
Taught by
TEDMED
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