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Teacher Antonello Lorenzini
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Credits 4
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SSD BIO/10
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Teaching Mode Traditional lectures
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Language Italian
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Campus of Rimini
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Degree Programme Second cycle degree programme (LM) in Wellness, Sport and Health (cod. 5813)
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Course Timetable from Oct 20, 2021 to Nov 24, 2021
SDGs
This teaching activity contributes to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals of the UN 2030 Agenda.
Academic Year 2021/2022
Learning outcomes
At the end of the course the student knows: - the biochemical pathways underpinning the process of aging; - lifestyles capable of postponing aging and preventing the main age-related diseases.
Course contents
- What is the meaning of aging, senescence and longevity? Why we age? Does everything age? What is truly immortal? Do immortal organisms exist? Aging theories: primary hallmarks and antagonistic and integrative hallmarks. Comparative biology of longevity.
- A new science: quantifying life style impact on life span
- How much should we weigh for a long and healthy life span? Basic research on caloric restriction versus epidemiological data on body mass index. Role of correct nutrition for a healthy life span
- Role of physical activity and cognitive functions for a healthy life span. A look at the future: will humans become immortal?
Readings/Bibliography
- Biology of Aging, Roger B. McDonald, Second edition, 2019 CRC Press
ISBN 9780815345671
- Articles and other materials provided in the classroom
Teaching methods
Frontal tuitions
Assessment methods
Oral exam
Teaching tools
Projector
Office hours
See the website of Antonello Lorenzini
Alumni