Valter Longo
Valter Longo
Valter Longo (pronounced: Val-ter Lon-go) is a prominent figure in the field of gerontology and biological sciences, known for his extensive research on aging and longevity.
Etymology
The name "Valter" is of German origin, derived from the Old High German "Walthari", which means "ruler of the army". "Longo" is an Italian surname, derived from the Latin "longus", meaning "long".
Biography
Valter Longo was born in Genoa, Italy, and later moved to the United States where he pursued his academic career. He is currently a professor at the University of Southern California (USC) and serves as the director of the USC Longevity Institute.
Research
Longo's research primarily focuses on the fundamental mechanisms of aging. He is known for his studies on dietary restriction and regeneration, and has developed a dietary program known as the Fasting Mimicking Diet (FMD). His work has contributed significantly to the understanding of the biological processes that regulate aging and longevity.
Related Terms
- Gerontology: The scientific study of old age, the process of aging, and the particular problems of old people.
- Biological Sciences: A branch of science that deals with living organisms and vital processes.
- Aging: The process of becoming older, a process that is genetically determined and environmentally modulated.
- Longevity: Long duration of individual life.
- Dietary Restriction: The reduction of particular or total nutrient intake without causing malnutrition.
- Regeneration: The process of regrowth of lost or destroyed parts or organs.
- Fasting Mimicking Diet (FMD): A diet that aims to induce the health benefits of fasting while still allowing for food consumption.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Valter Longo
- Wikipedia's article - Valter Longo
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