FranklinCovey On Leadership with Scott Miller Venki Ramakrishnan: Aging, Longevity, and the Science That Could Change Everything
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Jun 6, 2025 
Dr. Venki Ramakrishnan, a Nobel Prize-winning chemist at Cambridge University, dives into the science of aging and how we might extend our healthy years. He discusses the role of ribosomes in translating genetic information, revealing their crucial function in biology. Venki shares insights on vaccines and healthy lifestyle choices that impact longevity. He also explores groundbreaking advancements in genomic editing and AI that could revolutionize healthcare and our understanding of aging, leaving listeners with both hope and clarity.
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Nobel Prize Call Anecdote
- Venki Ramakrishnan once received the Nobel Prize call during a frustrating day with a flat tire.
- He initially thought it was a prank until committee members confirmed the award during the call.
Ribosome's Vital Role
- The ribosome is essential in translating genetic instructions into proteins, which carry out life functions.
- Without ribosomes, DNA remains inert and unable to produce proteins necessary for life processes.
Trust Vaccines' Safety and Efficacy
- Vaccines have extended health and lifespan far more than antibiotics and should be embraced despite rare side effects.
- COVID mRNA vaccines teach cells to produce proteins and effectively prime the immune system for protection.
