From Vision: “That our allotted time on this earth is somewhat fleeting has
surely not escaped us, especially as we move farther down our life path.
… In recent years, however, a building revolution in the science of
gerontology has heralded the possibility of life extension. This is leading
some to speculate about just what the limits to human life might be; adding
another decade or two or even centuries might be possible. … As our
knowledge of the biochemistry of aging increases exponentially, it is no
surprise that around the globe scientists are discovering hopeful paths
that will provide ways to increase human longevity. Meanwhile,
biotechnology companies are seeking to bring new products to market -
drugs, cells, tissues, and procedures - which they, too, hope will go some
way toward extending life as well as bring a profit. … Is death therefore
in terminal decline? While the commercial and media hype concerning such a
possibility has dismayed some mainstream scientists, others such as Aubrey
de Grey have spearheaded efforts to, as he puts it, ‘cure the disease of
aging.’ The [SENS Foundation] chairman and biogerontology researcher is not
only chasing the dream of immortality; he expects to catch it.”
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