Project description
Effect of maternal breeding age on offspring longevity
It is known that in many animals, advanced maternal age is associated with reduced offspring longevity. How and when this occurs is poorly understood and the magnitude of such effects might depend on environmental circumstances. The EU-funded InterAge project examines potential mechanisms that may be involved, with a focus on maternal age effects on mitochondrial function and telomere loss. Physiological process, frailty and ageing rates under different early life conditions will be examined. The work will be done using egg laying birds in which it is easier to examine effects across the life course. Results have important implications for our understanding of reproductive and ageing biology.
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Funding Scheme
ERC-ADG - Advanced Grant
Host institution
UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW
Net EU contribution
€ 2 499 955,00
Address
University Avenue
G12 8QQ Glasgow
United Kingdom
G12 8QQ Glasgow
United Kingdom
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Region
West Central Scotland Glasgow City
Activity type
Higher or Secondary Education Establishments
Other funding
€ 2 499 955,00
Beneficiaries (1)
UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW
United Kingdom
Net EU contribution
€ 2 499 955,00
Address
University Avenue
G12 8QQ Glasgow
G12 8QQ Glasgow
See on map
Region
West Central Scotland Glasgow City
Activity type
Higher or Secondary Education Establishments
Other funding
€ 2 499 955,00