The conference will promote sharing of knowledge between established experts and young scientists in the fields of aging and cancer for the purpose of identifying mechanisms common to both aging and cancer. In addition, these scientists will interact with representatives of industry to identify novel diagnostic and therapeutic techniques. The ultimate goal of these interactions is to develop new understanding of fundamental mechanisms of aging and cancer so as to improve the health and well-being of the elderly. Aging and Cancer: Two Sides of the Same Coin? Project Narrative The goals of this conference are to assess current knowledge of fundamental mechanisms of aging and cancer and to identify novel diagnostic and therapeutic advances in these areas, so as to improve the health and well-being of the elderly. ? ? Project Summary The conference will promote sharing of knowledge between established experts and young scientists in the fields of aging and cancer for the purpose of identifying mechanisms common to both aging and cancer. In addition, these scientists will interact with representatives of industry to identify novel diagnostic and therapeutic techniques. The ultimate goal of these interactions is to develop new understanding of fundamental mechanisms of aging and cancer so as to improve the health and well-being of the elderly. ? ?

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Aging and Cancer: Two Sides of the Same Coin? Project Narrative The goals of this conference are to assess current knowledge of fundamental mechanisms of aging and cancer and to identify novel diagnostic and therapeutic advances in these areas, so as to improve the health and well-being of the elderly. ? ? ?

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
National Institute on Aging (NIA)
Type
Conference (R13)
Project #
1R13AG033508-01
Application #
7614788
Study Section
National Institute on Aging Initial Review Group (NIA)
Program Officer
Velazquez, Jose M
Project Start
2008-09-30
Project End
2009-08-31
Budget Start
2008-09-30
Budget End
2009-08-31
Support Year
1
Fiscal Year
2008
Total Cost
$15,000
Indirect Cost
Name
American Federation for Aging Research
Department
Type
DUNS #
041223918
City
New York
State
NY
Country
United States
Zip Code
10018