List of biogerontologists
Biogerontology is a sub-field of gerontology that focuses on the biological aspects of aging and the complex processes that lead to the development of age-related diseases. It combines principles from biology, genetics, and medicine to understand the underlying mechanisms of aging and to find ways to extend healthy lifespan. This article provides a list of notable biogerontologists who have made significant contributions to the field.
List of Biogerontologists[edit | edit source]
- Leonard Hayflick - Known for the Hayflick limit, the number of times a normal human cell population will divide before cell division stops.
- Cynthia Kenyon - Pioneered research in genetics of aging and lifespan extension in C. elegans by altering a single gene.
- Aubrey de Grey - A biomedical gerontologist who has proposed the SENS (Strategies for Engineered Negligible Senescence) project, aiming to prevent age-related physical and cognitive decline.
- Judith Campisi - Recognized for her research on cellular senescence, cancer, and aging.
- David Sinclair - Known for his work on genes and small molecules that delay aging, including the study of resveratrol in the aging process.
- Elizabeth Blackburn - Co-discoverer of telomerase, an enzyme that replenishes the telomere, which protects the chromosome ends. She was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2009 for this discovery.
- George M. Martin - His research focuses on the genetic mechanisms of human aging and the pathobiology of age-related diseases.
- Brian Kennedy - Known for his work on the genetic and environmental factors that contribute to aging and age-related diseases.
- Valter Longo - Recognized for his studies on the role of fasting and nutrient response genes in lifespan extension and disease prevention.
- Thomas Rando - His research is on the mechanisms of stem cell aging and the rejuvenation of aged tissue.
See Also[edit | edit source]
This list is incomplete; you can help WikiMD by expanding it.
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
|
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
| Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
