80k After Hours Highlights: #202 – Venki Ramakrishnan on the cutting edge of anti-ageing science
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Oct 4, 2024 
Venki Ramakrishnan, a Nobel Prize-winning molecular biologist and author of 'Why We Die', takes a deep dive into anti-aging science. He challenges the idea of death as an unavoidable aspect of evolution, suggesting that future research could significantly extend healthspan. The discussion touches on the potential social implications of life extension, including rising inequality. Ramakrishnan also examines controversial practices like young blood transfusions and the ethical dilemmas surrounding these radical methods.
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