BIO 301: Biology of Aging

This course explores the biological aspects of the aging process: how aging is defined and characterized, biological theories of aging, how aging differs from diseases, and the bio logical research dealing with the average life expectancy and the individual’s life span. Included in the development of these aspects is the biological background content necessary to understand these processes. The biology of selected diseases (cancer, diabetes mellitus, and osteoporosis) and strategies for disease postponement or prevention to maximize human life expectancy are considered. (Note: This course cannot be applied towards the biology course requirements of the Biology degree.)