This project initiates studies of age-related alterations of hormone action. Recent focus has been on the actions of hormones which act through components of cell membranes, especially those of the hormone-sensitive adenylate cyclase complex. These components include hormone receptors and regulatory proteins Aging in fat cells is being studied in tissue culture of preadipocytes and dedifferentiated mature fat cells (postadipocytes) from rats.

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
National Institute on Aging (NIA)
Type
Intramural Research (Z01)
Project #
1Z01AG000011-16
Application #
3817548
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Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
Budget End
Support Year
16
Fiscal Year
1988
Total Cost
Indirect Cost
Name
Aging
Department
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Country
United States
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