Seminars on biology of human ageing

1st year - 2 credits

Learning objectives

The aim of the course is to provide students with knowledge on the molecular, genetic and epigenetic mechanisms at the basis of the process of ageing that, according to the Geroscience concept, are shared with non-communicable, age-associated diseases; biomarkers of ageing, demographic transition and features of extreme longevity are also discussed.

Module 1 - Professor Paolo Garagnani

Course Timetable

3rd February 2025, 14:00 - 16:00
10th February 2025, 14:00 - 16:00
17th February 2025, 11:00 - 13:00
24th February 2025, 14:00 - 16:00

Course Contents

-Genetics and epigenetics of ageing
-Biological and demographic features of ageing

Teaching Modality

Online via Teams and In presence (c/o "Aula Bianca", San Giacomo Street, 12, Bologna, ground floor)

Module 2 - Professor Stefano Salvioli

Course Timetable

3rd March 2025, 16:00 - 18:00 (c/o "Aula Rossa", San Giacomo Street, 12, Bologna, ground floor)
10th March 2025, 16:00 - 18:00 (c/o "Aula Bianca", San Giacomo Street, 12, Bologna, ground floor)
17th March 2025, 16:00 - 18:00 (c/o "Aula Bianca", San Giacomo Street, 12, Bologna, ground floor)
31st March 2025, 14:00 - 16:00 (c/o "Aula Bianca", San Giacomo Street, 12, Bologna, ground floor)

Course Contents

-Theories, hallmarks and mechanisms of ageing
-Immunosenescence and inflammaging as driver of ageing
-Biomarkers of ageing
-Features of centenarians as a model of successful ageing

Teaching Modality

Online via Teams and In presence