Methods and means for the treatment of disorders associated with cellular senescence

摘要

This invention relates to mechanisms of cellular senescence and, in particular, to the role of DNA repair and DNA damage checkpoint pathways in the induction and maintenance of the senescent state. Methods and means of inducing cell cycle progression in senescent cells by inhibiting DNA damage checkpoint pathways are provided herein. These methods and means provide agents and therapies for the treatment of senescent associated disorders.