Aubrey de Grey

Aubrey David Nicholas Jasper de Grey (born 20 April 1963) is an English author and biomedical gerontologist. He is the Chief Science Officer of the SENS Research Foundation and VP of New Technology Discovery at AgeX Therapeutics, Inc. De Grey is a proponent of the idea that medical technology may enable human beings to significantly extend their healthy lifespans by preventing the aging process. He is also known for his view that the first human beings who will live to 1,000 years old have already been born. De Grey's research focuses on the identification and repair of the damage that accumulates in the body over time, leading to aging and age-related diseases.

Early Life and Education

Aubrey de Grey was born in London, England. He was educated at Harrow School before moving on to study at the University of Cambridge, where he graduated with a degree in Computer Science. After his initial studies, de Grey's interest in the biology of aging developed, leading him to pursue a Ph.D. in biology at Cambridge. His doctoral thesis focused on the subject of senescence, the gradual deterioration of function characteristic of aging.

Career

De Grey's career has been dedicated to the field of biogerontology. He has proposed a detailed plan for reversing aging, termed Strategies for Engineered Negligible Senescence (SENS), which is aimed at repairing the damage that accumulates in the body over time. De Grey has authored several books on the subject, including "Ending Aging: The Rejuvenation Breakthroughs That Could Reverse Human Aging in Our Lifetime," co-authored with Michael Rae.

In addition to his role at the SENS Research Foundation, de Grey has been involved in various other projects and organizations related to aging and longevity. He has been a significant figure in the formation of the Methuselah Foundation and has been involved in the creation of the Mprize, a competition designed to encourage research into extending the healthy lifespan of mice, which is seen as a step towards extending human healthspan.

Controversies

De Grey's views on aging and his predictions for the future of human longevity have been met with skepticism by some members of the scientific community. Critics argue that his predictions are overly optimistic and that the science behind SENS is not sufficiently proven. Despite this, de Grey's work has contributed to increasing public and scientific interest in the possibility of treating aging as a disease.

Personal Life

De Grey is known for his distinctive appearance, often seen with a long beard. He has been open about his unconventional lifestyle and views on personal relationships, which have also attracted media attention.

Legacy and Impact

Aubrey de Grey's work has had a significant impact on the field of biogerontology and the broader conversation about aging and longevity. His advocacy for the scientific pursuit of significant lifespan extension has inspired a new generation of researchers and brought attention to the potential for future breakthroughs in the treatment of aging.

See Also

• Biogerontology
• SENS Research Foundation
• Methuselah Foundation
• Age-related disease
• Life extension