GEY 4601 - Biology of Aging

(3 Credit Hours)
(B.A.S./B.S.)

This course addresses selected aspects of the biology of human aging and functional changes associated with both normal aging and pathologic problems often present in the elderly. The goal is to introduce students to broad aspects of physical aging, a complex phenomenon influenced by genetic make-up and environment. The content includes theories of aging, current information about human physical aging and aging processes in specific physiological systems.

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