Is Immortality Closer Than We Think?

In this conversation, Kaushik Trivedi interviews Dr. Aubrey de Grey, a prominent figure in longevity science, who challenges the conventional view of aging as an inevitable process. Dr. de Grey presents aging as an engineering problem that can be solved through advancements in technology, particularly in AI and nanotechnology. He discusses the concept of longevity escape velocity, where life expectancy could increase faster than aging, and emphasizes the interconnectedness of aging and diseases. The conversation also explores societal attitudes towards aging, the role of the pharmaceutical industry, and the moral obligation to address the suffering caused by aging. Dr. de Grey's vision for the future includes a shift in public perception and the potential for significant advancements in longevity research. 00:00 Challenging the Inevitability of Aging 02:28 Aubrey de Grey: A Visionary in Longevity Science 05:02 The Turning Point in Aging Research 06:17 Understanding Aging as Repairable Damage 08:00 Longevity Escape Velocity: A Mathematical Perspective 12:40 The Role of Nanotechnology and AI in Aging 15:48 Misunderstandings About Aging 17:12 The First Person to Live to a Thousand 19:11 The Seven Types of Aging Damage 24:06 Exciting Experiments in Aging Research 24:55 Integrating Components for Longevity Research 28:16 The Science of Caloric Restriction and Aging 29:56 The Psychological Barriers to Curing Aging 33:40 Navigating Skepticism in Aging Research 36:39 The Future of Longevity and Societal Change 39:32 Pharma's Role in Longevity Therapies 42:22 Reimagining Life with Extended Longevity 44:26 Aubrey De Grey's Vision for the Future 46:00 Key Messages on Aging and Suffering