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Why Scientists Need to Use Social Media

It is totally essential for scientists to talk about their work using social media. There are several reasons for that: 1. Research funding depends on public opinion. If every person in the world knew that, for example, aging research is … Continue reading

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I wish. I wish I. I wish you.

These pictures were taken at the New Year’s party in St Petersburg, where I went to see my parents and friends. They always toast: “May you be very happy and healthy in the New Year.” Well, if no disasters happen, … Continue reading

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Poll – How Many People were You Able to Persuade that Scientific Research Aimed at Radical Life Extension is Necessary?

The fight against aging is getting zero support from any global resources and there are no organizational solutions to raise money, but building awareness and funding this important battle is greatly needed. I strongly believe that by spreading the word, … Continue reading

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Billionaire co-founder of PayPal, Facebook to hold radical life extension summit

Financier and philanthropist Peter Thiel is keen on thinking about the future and he is gathering together some of his 200 fellow entrepreneurs and techies to encourage these philanthropists to donate more money to scientific pursuits that could lead to … Continue reading

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Politically important article in Science Translational Medicine

The authors are: Michael J. Rae, Robert N. Butler, Judith Campisi, Aubrey D. N. J. de Grey, Caleb E. Finch, Michael Gough, George M. Martin, Jan Vijg, Kevin M. Perrott, Barbara J. Logan. The article was published on July, 14. … Continue reading

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