Annual review of gerontology and geriatrics . Volume 10 Special focus on the biology of aging [[electronic resource] /] / Vincent J. Cristofalo, special volume editor

• Record Nr.: UNINA9910453878303321
• Pubbl/distr/stampa: New York, : Springer, c1990
• ISBN: 1-281-81831-3; 9786611818319; 0-8261-6488-9
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (240 p.)
• Collana: Annual review of gerontology and geriatrics, , 0198-8794 ; ; v. 10, 1990
• Altri autori (Persone): CristofaloVincent J. <1933->
• Disciplina: 362.5; 362.5/05
• Soggetti: Aging - Physiological aspects; Geriatrics; Electronic books.
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Note generali: Description based upon print version of record.
• Nota di bibliografia: Includes bibliographical references and index.
• Nota di contenuto: Contents; Foreword; Preface; Contributors; Forthcoming Contents, Volume 11; Chapter 1 Overview of Biological Mechanism of Aging; Chapter 2 Genetic Diseases of Premature Aging as Models of Senescence; Chapter 3 Growth Factors and Cell Aging; Chapter 4 Role of Endogenous Proteins as Negative Growth Modulators During In Vitro Cellular Aging of Human Diploid Fibroblasts; Chapter 5 T-Cell Function in Aging: Mechanisms of Decline; Chapter 6 Molecular Genetic Approaches to Mechanisms of Senescence; Chapter 7 Altered Protein Metabolism in Aging; Chapter 8 Mechanisms of Altered Hormone-Neurotransmitter Action During Aging: From Receptors to Calcium MobilizationChapter 9 Skeletal Muscle Weakness and Fatigue in Old Age: Underlying Mechanisms; Chapter 10 Vulnerability of Neuronal Cytoskeleton in Aging and Alzheimer Disease: Widespread Involvement of All Three Major Filament Systems; Chapter 11 Dietary Restriction as a Probe of Mechanisms of Senescence; Chapter 12 Role of Free Radicals in ; Senescence; Index
• Sommario/riassunto: This volume presents a clear, concise overview of the current state of knowledge about the biology of aging - serving as both an invaluable graduate-level text and a key reference for practicing professionals. Over a dozen distinguished contributors probe the latest developments in our knowledge of why people age and how the process works. These authoritative chapters are not just written for biologists - but for gerontologists in general. Marks the tenth anniversary of the Annual Review of Gerontology and Geriatrics.