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The new science of ageing and the quest to live forever
Jun 17, 2024
Wealthy entrepreneurs invest in radical methods to extend life, from supplements to young blood transfusions. Science explores anti-aging techniques and immortality quest. Discussion on Brian Johnson's investment in reversing aging. Cryonic freezing and historical quest for eternal life. Promising research areas like cellular reprogramming and caloric restriction. Personal contemplation on aging and mortality.
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- Understanding the biology of aging is a recent focus, highlighting cellular damage accumulation and visible signs of aging.
- Wealthy individuals investing in anti-aging research may lead to societal disparities in lifespan and health.
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Understanding Aging and the Quest for Immortality
The podcast delves into the exploration of aging and the quest for immortality, revealing that understanding the biology of aging has become a recent focus. The complexities of aging at the cellular level are highlighted, discussing how damage accumulates over time leading to visible signs of aging. Efforts by wealthy individuals, like Jeff Bezos and Peter Thiel, to invest in anti-aging research are scrutinized, emphasizing the potential disparities that may arise from extended lifespans.
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