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Nobelist Venki Ramakrishnan Explains Why We Die
Original: Nobelist Dr. Venki Ramakrishnan On Why We Die & Our Quest For Immortality
Nobel Prize-winning biologist Venkatarese 'Venki' Ramakrishnan is discussing why humans age and die, and whether science can ever push back against mortality. Speaking around the themes of his work on the science of aging and longevity, he addresses current quests for immortality, from anti-aging research to the hype surrounding life-extension claims, offering a scientist's skeptical perspective on what biology does and does not allow.
Why now: Public interest in aging and longevity research keeps drawing attention to prominent scientists weighing in on whether death can be delayed or defeated.
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