Life Extension Institute

The Life Extension Institute is a non-profit organization dedicated to the research and promotion of life extension technologies and practices. The institute was founded in the early 20th century and has since been at the forefront of anti-aging and longevity research.

Pronunciation

Life Extension Institute: /laɪf ɪkˈstɛnʃən ɪnˈstɪtjuːt/

Etymology

The term "Life Extension Institute" is derived from the English words "life" (from Old English 'līf'), "extension" (from Latin 'extensio'), and "institute" (from Latin 'institutum'). The name reflects the organization's mission to extend the human lifespan through scientific research and intervention.

Related Terms

Anti-aging: The use of interventions to slow, stop, or reverse the aging process in order to extend the human lifespan.
Longevity: The length or duration of life, often used in the context of individuals or species that live significantly longer than average.
Biogerontology: The study of the biological aspects of aging, including the causes, processes, and effects of aging on the human body.
Senescence: The process of cellular aging, where cells lose their ability to divide and function properly.
Caloric restriction: A dietary regimen that reduces calorie intake without incurring malnutrition, often used in longevity research.
Cryonics: The low-temperature preservation of humans and animals who cannot be sustained by contemporary medicine, with the hope that healing and resuscitation may be possible in the future.

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