Aging mechanisms—A perspective mostly from Drosophila
A mechanistic understanding of the natural aging process, which is distinct from aging‐related disease mechanisms, is essential for developing interventions to extend lifespan or healthspan. Here, we discuss current trends in aging research and address conceptual and experimental challenges in the f...
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| Published in: | Genetics & genomics next Vol. 1; no. 1; pp. e10026 - n/a |
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| Main Authors: | , |
| Format: | Journal Article |
| Language: | English |
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Hoboken, USA
John Wiley & Sons, Inc
01-12-2020
Wiley |
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| Summary: | A mechanistic understanding of the natural aging process, which is distinct from aging‐related disease mechanisms, is essential for developing interventions to extend lifespan or healthspan. Here, we discuss current trends in aging research and address conceptual and experimental challenges in the field. We examine various molecular markers implicated in aging with an emphasis on the role of heterochromatin and epigenetic changes. Studies in model organisms have been advantageous in elucidating conserved genetic and epigenetic mechanisms and assessing interventions that affect aging. We highlight the use of Drosophila, which allows controlled studies for evaluating genetic and environmental contributors to aging conveniently. Finally, we propose the use of novel methodologies and future strategies using Drosophila in aging research. |
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| Bibliography: | Funding information National Institute of General Medical Sciences, Grant/Award Number: R01GM131044; Shriners Hospitals Research Fellowship, Grant/Award Number: #84293 ObjectType-Article-1 SourceType-Scholarly Journals-1 ObjectType-Feature-2 content type line 23 |
| ISSN: | 2641-6573 2641-6573 |
| DOI: | 10.1002/ggn2.10026 |