Importance of studies on aging processes of animals in the search for means to prolong human life
1982
Chatziolos, K.V (Maryland Univ., (USA))
That potential for prolonged human life exists is evident from records of physical activity and mental alertness of aged individuals. While the underlying basis for these exceptional life spans remains unknown, scientists have delved into the aging processes to gain the needed knowledge. Because experimentation with humans is limited, researchers have turned to cell culture techniques (in vitro and in vivo) and to manipulation of those wild and domestic animals which provide excellent models for human systems. Veterinarians have worked closely whith the National Institute of Aging (NIA) to develop a large and varied reservoir of cellular and live animal material for research on aging.
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