What is old age? It is a natural state that all living beings inevitably reach, or a stage that could be avoided. Biochemist David Sinclair, PhD in molecular genetics and professor of genetics at the renowned Harvard Medical School, has launched a revolutionary theory that old age is in fact a treatable disease.
In his book "Lifespan: Why we age and how to stop it", Sinclair argues that each of us has vitality genes that are responsible for the ageing process, but that if we could reverse them, we would see a rejuvenation process.
It sounds like science fiction, but Sinclair's argument is as well-founded as it gets. The renowned professor has devoted his work to exploring the 'longevity genes' and has concluded that the genetic information in our cells remains unchanged during the ageing process, but the body loses the ability to interpret it. Recent experiments in genetic reprogramming suggest that, in the near future, we may not only feel younger, we may even become younger.
Big prize for best anti-ageing idea
Taking Professor Sinclair's work as a starting point, the Dan Voiculescu Foundation for the Development of Romania is organising the "Youth vs. Old Age" ideas competition from 1 December 2023 to 1 May 2024. Specifically, the challenge is addressed to Romanians concerned with anti-aging science who can develop the ideas put forward by Sinclair and the best idea will be rewarded with 5000 euros. More information about the competition can be found at www.fundatiadanvoiculescu.ro
