Explore the cutting-edge science of longevity in this 83-minute conference talk from the World Science Festival. Delve into the cellular, molecular, and genetic aspects of aging as leading researchers discuss the possibility of extending human lifespan. Examine controversial claims about living to 1,000 years old and consider the ethical, social, and practical implications of postponing mortality. Learn about advancements in understanding aging processes, potential treatments for age-related diseases, and evolutionary perspectives on longevity. Engage with topics such as the role of alcohol in lifespan, cancer treatment's impact on aging, and the potential for stopping or reversing the aging process. Gain insights into ongoing research, including studies on fruit flies and young cells in older individuals, and explore the communication of scientific findings to the public. This thought-provoking discussion challenges our understanding of life, death, and the future of human longevity.
Overview
Syllabus
Bill Ritter's Introduction
Does Life Have Meaning Without Death?
Participant Introductions.
Do we have to age?
Is death inevitable?
Can we just change out parts to live forever?
Does drinking alcohol make you live longer?
Treating cancer and not shortening your life.
Does aging stop?
How traits in fruit flies expand over generations.
Aubrey de Grey, how do we live longer?
The most promising scenario for prolonging life.
Aging is a predator that we can evolve past.
What about the person that is alive now who will live 1000 years
The tuning of Hamilton's natural selection.
What are the time frames to expect aging changes
Young cells in an old person.
How does Alzheimer's factor into aging compared to other late life diseases?
How scientists should communicate their work tot he public.
You want to freeze your head!?
Taught by
World Science Festival
