Biology and pharmacology of Aging and Longevity (BPVL)
The Biology and Pharmacology of Aging and Longevity program aims to understand the mechanisms of aging through a multidisciplinary approach, ranging from normal aging to associated pathological processes and its societal impact. Our program addresses the fundamental concepts of cellular aging and its effects on organs, organisms, and individuals. It provides an in-depth understanding of vulnerability to age-related disease, the biological mechanisms underlying the aging process, and therapeutic interventions aimed at improving quality of life and promoting healthy aging. The mission of the Biology and Pharmacology of Aging and Longevity program is to train the next generation of outstanding scientists interested in basic and translational research, entrepreneurs, and professionals in the field of aging biology who possess the skills and competencies necessary to work effectively in various international multi/interdisciplinary academic and private environments.
Language of instruction
- Master 1 (English/French) : Courses titled in English will be taught in English.
- Master 2 (Anglais) : Courses titled in English will be taught in English (some courses will be part of the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Biology of Aging).
Applications
Applications on the e-candidat platform will be open from March 26th through June 11th, 2026.
All candidates from this list of countries must apply via Etudes en France, unless you currently reside in a EU country.
Keywords
Aging - Longevity - Cellular stress - Inflammation - Metabolism - Cell death - Epigenetics - Age-related diseases - Resilience - Repair - Regeneration - Stem cells - Senolytics - Senomodulators - Biotherapies.
M1 2nd Semestre
Mandatory courses (12 ECTS)
- UM4BI044 Sénéscence et régénération (6 ECTS)
- UM4BI045 Cibles pharmacologiques du vieillissement et biothérapies (6 ECTS)
Optional courses - Choose one (6 ECTS)
- UM4BM232 Métabolisme énergétique : de la molécule à l'organisme (6 ECTS)
- UM4BI012 Physio cardio, rénale et respiratoire (6 ECTS)
- UM4BI013 Exploration des fonctions physiologiques du petit animal (6 ECTS)
- UM4BI021 Vieillissement cérébral (6 ECTS)
- UM4BI046 Python Avancé (6 ECTS)
Internship
- UM4BI024 Stage (12 ECTS)
Master 2
Mandatory Courses (24 ECTS)
- UM5BM116 Mécanismes fondamentaux du vieillissement normal et pathologique (6 ECTS)
- UM5BIL06 Approches pharmacologiques du vieillissement (6 ECTS)
- UM5BM051 Environnement et Vieillissement : Analyse scientifique, classe inversée (6 ECTS)
- UM5BIP12 Appel à projet (6 ECTS)
Optional Courses - Choose one (6 ECTS)
- UM5BIP04 Maladies inflammatoires et handicapantes : de la pathologie aux thérapies (6 ECTS)
- UM5BIP05 Cancer et environnement (6 ECTS)
- UM5BIN21 Physiopathology of sensory diseases and translational research (6 ECTS)
- UM5BIP17 Les microbiotes : de l'environnement aux physiopathologies (6 ECTS)
- UM5BM114 Stratégie thérapeutiques et pharmacologie moléculaire (6 ECTS)
- UM5BIP07 Sciences and Society (6 ECTS)
UE Hors contrat
- UM5BIA04 AVENIR : Approche technologique et Vision marché pour Entreprendre avec des projets Novateurs issus de la Recherche
Internship (30 ECTS)
- UM5BIP11 Internship in Biology and Pharmacology of Aging and Longevity