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Cellular Ageing
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:02:09
Abstract
Cells undergo major functional alterations as we age. In this course, we will discuss the basic molecular and cell biological mechanisms of cellular ageing. We will also discuss diseases related to cellular ageing and current rejuvenation and therapeutic strategies for cellular ageing in health and disease.
Objective
- Basic molecular and cell biological mechanisms of cellular ageing; - Diseases related to cellular ageing; - current rejuvenation and therapeutic strategies for cellular ageing in health and disease.
Content
Lecture-1: Hallmarks of cellular ageing Lecture-2: Cellular microenvironment & extra-cellular matrix Lecture-3: Cell morphometric changes & cytoskeletal remodeling Lecture-4: Proteostasis Lecture-5: Mitochondrial dysfunction Lecture-6: Endo-membrane signaling Lecture-7: Nuclear signaling & epigenetic alternations Lecture-8: Chromatin remodeling & gene expression Lecture-9: Genomic integrity Lecture-10: Ageing cell secretome and cellular homeostasis Lecture-11: Diseases associated with cellular ageing Lecture-12: Cellular rejuvenation strategies Lecture-13: Therapeutic interventions to cellular ageing Lecture-14: Concluding lecture
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 60 minutes
- Aids
- None
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | Cellular Ageing |
|
2 h weekly |