Interdisciplinary Expertise
The Institute for Molecular Medicine and Aging (IMMA) leverages existing infrastructure and interdisciplinary expertise to advance the understanding of molecular mechanisms underlying aging and age-related diseases, with a focus on cancer and drug discovery. The institute fosters innovative basic and applied research, supports interdisciplinary training, and translates discoveries into initiatives to enhance health span and quality of life.
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Mission Statement
Conduct cutting-edge cellular and molecular research focused on the aging process, including advancing cancer research and driving drug discovery.
Research Initiatives
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Aging PathwaysStudying the molecular, genetic, and endocrine mechanisms of aging to identify interventions that extend health span and delay age-related antagonists.
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CancerInvestigating the molecular drivers of cancer progression and therapy resistance, exploring targeted treatments such as growth hormone receptor antagonists.
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Drug DiscoveryAdvancing early-stage discovery of small molecules and peptides that target key pathways in cancer, aging, and chronic disease.