Publisher's Synopsis
This new section of the Handbook presents a source of basic knowledge about aging, including research approaches for use by physiologists, as well as other biologists not directly involved in aging research. It also provides comprehensive information for gerontologists on the physiological characteristics of aging in mammals, particularly humans. For physiologists, geriatricians and gerontologists, this will be an invaluable source of information. Biologists who plan to initiate aging studies should find it indispensable for avoiding pitfalls unique to gerontological research.
