Biology of aging
Deepen the study of the processes investigated by aging science and their relationship with health.
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Renewal Nexus
Deepen your perspective on longevity
Study aging from the biological processes that characterize it, metabolic health, prevention, and the preservation of functional capacity throughout life.
View area coursesWhat you will study in this area
The Longevity area brings together content on processes related to aging, metabolic health, prevention, and functional capacity.
Courses deepen these topics with attention to available evidence and the different ways of following health throughout life.
Metabolic health
Study metabolism and its importance in an integrated understanding of health throughout life.
Prevention and lifestyle
Understand how diet, physical activity, sleep, and other factors are addressed in care throughout life.
Functional capacity
Deepen the discussions on functionality, autonomy, and follow-up of individual needs throughout aging.
Audience and scope of practice
How this knowledge
connects to health practice.
The study of aging, metabolic health, and functional capacity can contribute in different ways for each profession. Applying this knowledge must always respect the responsibilities and scope of practice of each field.
01 / 05Physicians
Deepens discussions on assessment and follow-up in the context of aging and quality of life.
02 / 05Nutritionists
Broadens understanding of the relationships between diet, metabolism, and health throughout life, within nutritional practice.
03 / 05Nursing
Contributes to deepening lifelong care, follow-up, and health education.
04 / 05Biologists
Deepens understanding of biological mechanisms, research, and investigative methods related to aging.
05 / 05Biomedical scientists
Broadens the study of biological mechanisms, research, and investigative methods applied to the field of longevity.
Courses
Find your next course on longevity.
Explore the programs in this category and compare topics, learning objectives, and depth level.
Learning experience
Learning is part of your routine.
So is Nexus.
Renewal Nexus brings together content for ongoing study, with digital access and organization by knowledge areas. Each course’s format, language, materials, and access period are presented before you enroll.
At your pace
Access lessons during the period available for each course and organize your studies around your routine.
In context
Relate the content you study to the discussions and topics of your area of practice.
Ongoing updates
Return to content, review fundamentals, and follow new themes available on the platform.
In your language
Check each course for the lesson language and available captions.
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Questions about access
Everything you need to know to get started.
Getting started on Nexus
How do I choose a course in this area?
Find courses to build a knowledge base or deepen topics that are already part of your practice.
Do I need prior training in longevity?
Choose courses according to your background, interests, and each program’s requirements.
Who are these courses intended for?
Health professionals who want to study aging and quality of life — physicians, nutritionists, nurses, biologists, and biomedical scientists.
Access and progress
How do the lessons work?
On-demand lessons on Nexus, in the language of your purchase.
How is my progress saved?
Progress saved in your Nexus account — the account is created with your purchase email.
How long will I have access?
Duration as stated for each course — on the LMS, a course with no set deadline remains lifetime access.
Content and certification
What materials are included?
Lesson materials (slides and PDFs), when the course includes them.
Do the courses offer a certificate?
Certificate in your profile upon completing the program.
In which languages can I study?
Portuguese, Spanish, or English, depending on each program’s options.
Study flexibility
Can I study at my own pace?
Yes. Study on demand and return to lessons throughout your access period.
Can I take more than one course at the same time?
Yes. Each course has independent access as per your purchase.
Where can I find more information before purchasing?
On each course page: syllabus, instructors, language, lesson format, materials, and certification.
