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Do We Have to Die? with Venki Ramakrishnan

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The Biology of Aging and Longevity

This chapter explores the concept of biological age and its implications for overall health, emphasizing the role of ATP as the body's energy currency. The discussion deepens into the complexities of aging, questioning the natural limits of human lifespan and the societal impacts of an aging population. The conversation also highlights the desire for extended health and longevity, while acknowledging the philosophical and ethical considerations surrounding mortality and life's finite nature.

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