Tanya S. Omar
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View article: Phrenic motor neuron loss in aged rats
Phrenic motor neuron loss in aged rats Open
Sarcopenia is the age-related reduction of muscle mass and specific force. In previous studies, we found that sarcopenia of the diaphragm muscle (DIAm) is evident by 24 mo of age in both rats and mice and is associated with selective atrop…
View article: Diaphragm muscle sarcopenia in Fischer 344 and Brown Norway rats
Diaphragm muscle sarcopenia in Fischer 344 and Brown Norway rats Open
New Findings What is the central question of this study? Several rat models are commonly used to study the physiology of ageing (e.g. Fischer 344 and Brown Norway rats are recommended by the USA National Institute of Ageing). Diaphragm mus…