Groningen: Why do we age? Is there a limit to human lifespan? Can we prolong our lives? Find out with this free online course. The “why” and “how” of ageing has puzzled mankind ever since
it questioned its place in the universe. However, it was only after
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became generally available, that the rapid increase of the average
lifespan made science turn its attention to study longevity and ageing. To fulfil the desire to live longer and age healthier, it is
essential that we better understand the intricate molecular processes
that evolve in our body when we age.