Aging [electronic resource] : modern theories and therapies / Joseph Panno.
- 作者： Panno, Joseph.
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- 其他題名：
- New biology.
- 出版： New York, NY : Facts On File 2010.
- 叢書名： The new biology
- 主題： Aging. , Longevity. , Electronic books.
- 版本：Rev. ed.
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- 一般註：Includes bibliographical references and index.
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- 系統號： 000279435 | 機讀編目格式
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The New Biology is a 10-volume set that has evolved to accommodate new material and new areas of research, in keeping with the expansion of the biological disciplines and the development and application of research technologies in and out of the scientific laboratory. Since its publication several years ago, the set now includes four new volumes that focus on issues that cover the spectrum of human health, maintenance, and stability. Aging, Revised Edition is a compelling examination of this fascinating subject, from natural processes to technological developments, that describes the most up-to-date research into extending the human life span. The book discusses scientists' attempts to understand the aging process and how their resultant theories, many generated from the studies of the fruit fly and housefly, provide a foundation of knowledge in the field of gerontology. In a clear and concise manner, the volume goes on to examine the use of hormone therapy and antioxidants, including other possible ways to reverse the effects of aging, and the side effects and significant financial investments they entail. The volume includes information on age-related diseases (including Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease) aging theories of organisms characteristics of aging clinical trials geriatrics history of gerontology longevity genes rejuvenation The book contains more than 50 color photographs and line illustrations, a Resource Center of supporting materials in cell biology and biotechnology, a glossary, a list of print and Internet resources, and an index. The New Biology set is essential for middle and high school students, teachers, and general readers who wish to understand the latest information on this controversial area of scientific research. Book jacket.