PCR DNA Analysis

Energy Decline:

The continuing work of our aging research teams is directed towards a number of closely linked ends.  A primary objective is to deepen our understanding of the process which leads to the degeneration of the cellular energy system. An important part of this investigation is determining the mechanism by which coenzyme Q10 acts to ameliorate the bioenergy decline.

A major objective is the development of a bioenergy status diagnostic. This diagnostic is being developed to establish a bioenergy well-being / health deficit risk assessment, according to an individual's age.  In the future, diagnosis of a bioenergy deficit would lead to a simple therapy with a potential attendant improvement in lifestyle.  This work is generously supported by a grant from the Australian Tea Tree Oil Research Institute (ATTORI).

Work on the aging project is the joint responsibility of four research groups acting in concert.  The activities of four groups are described in the following sections (DNA Group, Cell Biology Group, Bioenergy group, coenzyme Q10 Group).