EGMT 1530: The Age of Antiaging

In "The Age of Antiaging," we dissect the complex biology of aging, from DNA repair to microbiome health. We unpack the 12 hallmarks that drive cellular aging and debate the potential of anti-aging interventions, from metformin's surprising benefits to young blood's rejuvenating factors. But our exploration will challenge you to think beyond the biomedical science. As we explore the avant-garde of anti-aging therapies inching towards clinical reality, ask yourself: Who gets to sip from this fountain of youth? Can everyone afford the elixirs of longevity? Or will these marvels widen the chasm between wealth and want? We'll brainstorm how a zip code can predict lifespan. In an age where health is wealth, and wealth is health, we will ponder who will benefit from the anti-aging revolution. How do we ensure healthy aging is accessible, not a privilege? This course is an invitation to critically engage with these questions, envisioning a future where antiaging breakthroughs are a collective gain, and considering your role in shaping this destiny. Join us to explore the frontier of biomedical science interlaced with the ethics of equality.