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The human brain is heavily affected by cellular aging. Neurons are primarily generated during embryogenesis and early life with a limited capacity for renewal and replacement, making them some of… Click to show full abstract
The human brain is heavily affected by cellular aging. Neurons are primarily generated during embryogenesis and early life with a limited capacity for renewal and replacement, making them some of the oldest cells in the human body. Our present understanding of neurodegenerative diseases points towards advanced neuronal age as a prerequisite for the development of these disorders. While significant progress has been made in understanding the relationship between aging and neurological disease, it will be essential to delve further into the molecular mechanisms of neuronal aging in order to develop therapeutic interventions targeting age-related brain dysfunction. In this mini review, we highlight recent findings on the relationship between the aging of nuclear structures and changes in the epigenetic landscape during neuronal aging and disease.
Journal Title: Experimental Gerontology
Year Published: 2020
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