There is an interesting article over at W Revenue about longevity research, or anti-aging research, entitled Living Well, Indefinitely. He just got back from the Emerging Technology Conference and this was obviously one of the topics there. It’s not something that I’ve thought too much about really, but I do find the subject interesting. (W Revenue is also giving out $20 to the first 100 people who post about it. I thought I’d write about it anyway, but $20 never hurt anyone.)

Basically the goal of this type of research is to prolong life, but not as we may currently think about it. It’s not just about increasing general life expectancy, but rather living healthier longer. Something along the lines of stopping (or I would add slowing) our cells from aging, say in our twenties. Would this be a bad thing?

Apparently there are some opponents to this type of thinking such as those with social concerns and population issues. Others view aging as natural and something that we shouldn’t mess with. I can see basis for many of the concerns, but I also don’t see much wrong with wanting to preserve the human life. Unless I’m mistaken, that’s what the medical profession is all about. If we could maintain a healthier and younger state for a longer period of time, I’d be all for it. There is so much in life to enjoy and experience, and this would allow us to do it.

Right now this issue is in the conceptual and early research stage. As far as I’m concerned, I would support further research in this area. Sure, there may be issues and concerns that crop up along the way, but I see no harm in the research to see what’s possible. So what are your thoughts on this issue? You could write your own viewpoint and maybe earn a little cash as well.

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