January 27th, 2011
NOVA on Longevity Science
An edition of the PBS popular science series NOVA that aired today looks at a little of present day longevity science:
This provocative episode of NOVA scienceNOW examines whether we can slow down the aging process, looks at the latest on human hibernation, and checks in with bioengineers and a computer scientist inventing ways to keep us "going forever." Neil deGrasse Tyson also takes a lighthearted look at whether the tricks that have kept a 1966 Volvo running for 2.7 million miles can also help the human body go the extra mile.
You can watch it online, and one of the embedded section of the show is provided below. This isn't earthshaking stuff, and should all be familiar old news to readers here, but I'm all for seeing more high quality productions that aim to introduce the public to the fundamental ideas of applied aging and longevity research:
As was pointed out to me in a private email, there is a refreshing lack of negativity in the program - it's a generally positive outlook on the science that is presented. That may be a sign of progress.
"Not Available in my region" - maybe post on YouTube? :)
@John: Ah, the curse of pointless regional DRM. Well, they'll learn or they'll be chased out of business by more sensible organizations, one or the other. The episode will no doubt be up on the torrent sites in due course if you're up for that.