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The Psychology Podcast

25: Extending Human Life: From Science Fiction to Science Fact

Sep 27, 2015
53:16
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Liz Parrish discusses the progress of gene therapies in extending healthy life and eradicating diseases, emphasizing the importance of targeting biological aging. The podcast explores current advancements in gene therapy, such as myostatin inhibitors, and their potential to enhance athletic performance. It also delves into the possibilities and implications of gene therapy and genetic engineering, including extending lifespan and treating neurodegenerative diseases. The chapter raises questions about the future of genetic engineering and the potential benefits of extending human life, including impact on healthcare and government spending.
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  • Gene therapies aim to extend healthy life by targeting the biological aging process and addressing multiple aging-related diseases simultaneously.
  • Gene therapies have shown promising results in enhancing muscle growth and strength, holding potential for improving physical and cognitive performance.

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Gene therapies for disease eradication and extended healthy life

Gene therapies are being developed to eradicate diseases and extend healthy life. These technologies have shown promising results in animals and human cell culture, and the next step is to move these therapies into human bodies. By targeting the biological aging process, which is responsible for many diseases, it is believed that multiple symptoms can be addressed simultaneously. These therapies aim to reset cellular division and upregulate proteins to mitigate and reverse aging-related diseases. The goal is to enable people to live up to 120 years with good health and improved quality of life.

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