Lifespan extension, Somatotropic signaling and Tauopathy
Description: PROJECT NARRATIVE The proposed research is aim to address a crucial public health issue in a cost-effective manner because the aging of the Baby Boomer generation is resulting in a massive increase in the absolute number and proportion of elderly Americans. Metabolic impairment is the biggest risk factor for many diseases, leading to increased cost of healthcare. This project will develop new models to study hormonal signaling, cognitive aging and neurodegenerative diseases, and serve as a foundation for promising novel approach for the development of counter-neurodegenerative therapy.
Funder: National Institute on Aging
Funding type: research
Funder scheme: R21
Start date: 2023-05-15
End date: 2026-02-28
Investigator: LIOU SUN
Institution: UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM
Funded outputs count: 6
Funder award ID: R21AG082327
OpenAlex ID: G2906998881