Aubrey de Grey

Aubrey de Grey, a leading biomedical gerontologist and founder of the LEV Foundation, discusses his pioneering work aimed at reversing aging. He explains why aging may be more easily reversible than previously thought. The conversation dives into major players in longevity research like HEvolution and Calico, revealing insights about their differing approaches. Regulatory innovations, such as Montana's Right to Try legislation, are highlighted as crucial for accelerating advancements. De Grey also shares details about a groundbreaking study with middle-aged mice targeting significant lifespan extension.

Join notable guests Aubrey de Grey, longevity expert; Payal Bhandari, functional medicine physician; Paul Graywall, biotech entrepreneur; Lee Shapiro, health investment guru; and Thomas Clues, venture capitalist. They dive into the science of longevity, discussing innovative treatments and the role of AI in healthcare. Key topics include the importance of preventive care, investment opportunities in longevity, and the critical state of maternal health. They also explore how femtech can enhance women's health, all while advocating for narratives that empower patient advocacy.

Aubrey de Grey, Chief Science Officer and Co-founder of the SENS Research Foundation, discusses the concept of rejuvenation therapy and the importance of focusing on maintaining health rather than just extending lifespan. He shares progress and challenges in anti-aging research, explores the analogy of aging and car maintenance, and discusses the funding challenges faced in the field of aging research.

Aubrey de Grey, an English gerontology expert and Chief Science Officer at the SENS Research Foundation, shares captivating insights on aging as he compares humans to mechanical machines. He dives into the complexities of biological versus chronological age, explores innovative aging research, and discusses the societal implications of declining fertility and increased longevity. With humor, he also touches on personal choices like alcohol preferences and the ethics of genetic modifications. De Grey's reflections challenge common perceptions and emphasize the importance of originality in scientific contributions.

Aubrey de Grey, a pioneering biomedical gerontologist and author of *Ending Aging*, delves into the fascinating science of aging. He discusses his unique transition from AI to biology, highlighting aging as damage accumulation. De Grey defines the concept of 'longevity escape velocity' and reveals his seven types of aging damage, emphasizing innovative repair strategies. He also explores the promising potential of therapies like stem cells and metformin in the fight against aging, and addresses societal implications, such as overpopulation and universal basic income.

Aubrey de Grey discusses progress with ending aging, from strategies to repair damage to the RMR project's interventions in middle-aged mice. He also explores a mouse experiment for life extension, advancements in longevity research, and the X-prize HealthSpan award for rejuvenation research.

Dr. Aubrey de Grey, a biomedical gerontologist, discusses the roadmap to slowing down and potentially reversing the aging process. The conversation explores the STEMs approach to aging, the seven types of cellular and molecular damage, and the potential for restoring youth. Dr. de Grey sheds light on the forefront of longevity research and the promising therapies that could redefine aging within our lifetimes.

97-year-old athlete Charles Eugster, Lynda Gratton, and Aubrey de Grey discuss aging and working in later years. They explore challenges, benefits, and societal perceptions of aging. Topics include redefining retirement, embracing activity in older age, and advancements in age-related research. The conversation challenges traditional views on growing old and emphasizes the importance of staying active and engaged as we live longer.

Aubrey de Grey, a former AI specialist turned gerontologist, dives into the captivating world of aging and longevity. He discusses how his tech background uniquely positions him to tackle the biological challenges of aging. The conversation highlights the revolutionary blend of software and biology in extending healthspan, addressing skepticism around unconventional methods, and the pivotal role of information sharing in healthcare innovation. De Grey also explores exciting innovations like stem cell research and CRISPR, underpinning the complex implications of enhanced human longevity.

Dr. Aubrey de Grey Dr. Aubrey de Grey is a biomedical gerontologist and the founder of the SENS research foundation which aims to find technologies that can repair the various types of damage that occur during the aging process. In this episode, we discuss... 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:02:27 - How to understand aging 00:08:14 - Epigenetic modifications accommodate cellular aging 00:18:24 - Inflammation is a double-edged sword  00:24:00 - Parabiosis has the potential to slow aging  00:31:35 - Lifestyle factors can only extend lifespan so far 00:36:49 - Future of Crispr/Cas9 in aging research 00:40:56 - Utilizing pluripotent stem cells from the placenta You can find Aubrey on Twitter at @aubreydegrey, and his foundation at www.sens.org. If you’re interested in learning more, you can read the full show notes here: https://www.foundmyfitness.com/episodes/aubrey-de-grey Join over 300,000 people and get the latest distilled information straight to your inbox weekly: https://www.foundmyfitness.com/newsletter Become a FoundMyFitness premium member to get access to exclusive episodes, emails, live Q+A’s with Rhonda and more: https://www.foundmyfitness.com/crowdsponsor