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This web site is dedicated to providing information and resources about theories of
biological aging.
There are two main aging concepts as applied to humans and most other mammals.
The programmed aging theories, also known as adaptive or active aging theories, propose that mammals purposely deteriorate
with age because an internally limited life span provides evolutionary benefits.
Non-programmed theories, also known as passive or non-adaptive theories, contend that a limited life span is entirely adverse
and that aging is not genetically programmed for the purpose of causing deterioration or death.
Programmed theories provide a better match to observations, but are based on newer concepts regarding evolution mechanisms.
Non-programmed theories have difficulty explaining many observations but are
more compatible with older
evolutionary mechanics concepts.
This issue is important because most people in developed countries now die of age-related diseases.
Understanding, preventing, and treating these diseases requires that we understand the aging process.
In addition to introductory and educational material, this site provides extensive descriptions of
the various programmed and non-programmed theories
and access to full-text or abstracts of many journal articles.
Anti-Aging Medicine: How We
Can Extend Lifespan and Live Longer and Healthier Lives
2021
Describes history and current status of evolutionary arguments, research
activities, and treatment possibilities. Aging is a treatable condition!
eBook or paperback.
Free
PDF Version
Introduction to Biological Aging Theory 2nd Ed.
Rev 2. 2020 Short non-fiction ebook (free PDF) - describes history of aging theories,
current theorists and controversies, anti-aging research and researchers, and
underlying evolution theory issues. Available for free on
Kindle,
iBooks, and
Nook.
Aging
Theories Discussion Blog
Journal for programmed aging: Biochemistry (Moscow)
Phenoptosis
2017 2016 2015
2012,
2013,
2014. Free full-text access.
Programmed Aging Medical Research
Biological Aging
Theories - A One-Page Summary.
Cracking the
Aging Code: The New Science of Growing Old - And What It Means for Staying
Young Josh Mitteldorf and Dorian Sagan 2016
The Evolution of Aging, 3rd
Ed. Free PDF. 2014 Free on
Kindle,
ibooks,
Nook. Available in
Paperback. ISBN 9780978870959.
Read about the Homo Sapiens Liberatus Workshop on aging that was held in Moscow, May 2010.
Learn about Google Calico Labs for Aging Research.
Site directory.
Quick summary: Aging theory FAQ
and History.
Aging theory descriptions.
www.programmed-aging.org
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