The NFX Podcast
The Past, Present, and Future of Longevity w/ Joe Betts-LaCroix Alex Colville
Apr 10, 2024
Two experts in the longevity industry, Joe Betts-LaCroix and Alex Colville, discuss the past, present, and future of longevity including evaluating founders, societal impacts, and the business case for longevity drugs. They explore challenges in FDA approval, risks in the biotech industry, and misconceptions surrounding longevity.
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Quick takeaways
- Advancements in biology and aging mechanisms are accelerating longevity research, highlighting the importance of understanding cellular reprogramming.
- Investing in the longevity sector presents significant economic opportunities due to the massive market potential and societal benefits of adding healthy years to adults' lives.
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Mission to Extend Healthy Lifespan
The podcast discusses the mission of Retro Biosciences and the Age 1 Fund to add healthy years to humanity's lifespan. Retro Biosciences, led by Joe, aims to extend healthy lifespan by a decade, while Alex from the Age 1 Fund focuses on longevity biotech through early-stage company funding.
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