The Science of Aging
Research indicates that drastically extending human life may be possible. At the forefront of this field is the controversial gerontologist Aubrey de Grey, who believes there is no reason that human life cannot be measured in centuries instead of decades. Despite the axiomatic assumption that we all want to live longer, some question the social, political and cultural effects of such longevity. And as drug companies develop anti-aging medication, others question the possible impact on America's capitalist health system.
 
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The Foundatin of Youth
endless - We've pursued it since the days of alchemy. We are built to fight death to the very end. But we might just be better off acknowledging it as a beautiful part of the cycle of life. Live a good life. Raise good kids. And know that you will live eternally through what you contribute to this world. Instead of thinking about how to tack on that extra year on your life, spend your life trying to live one worth living. And worth remembering.
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100 year retirement!
alexva - Social Security is already "%$^(*$#". One thing that wouldnt be $^(*%$ if I had 200, 300, 400? years at a time to work on, my golf game.
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robertnyc - It definitely would give a new meanign to "till death do us part." The world population woudl increase significantly!
Oh and Social Security would definitely be %*@&#d. |
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DIANA SCHAUB is Right!
azp - Can you imagine what would happen if we lived for 200 years at a time? Think about the changing ideologies that new generations bring. What would happen to a political dictatorship? Or human relationships....monogamy?
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This is Amazing!
Anonymous - I've heard of de Grey, and his work is extraordinary! There is really no scientific reason why we can't live multiples of our current lifespans.
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