The Science of Living Longer: Developments in Life Extension Technology
byGini Graham Scott, PhD, JD, is a nationally known writer, consultant, speaker, and seminar leader, specializing in business and work relationships, professional development, social trends, and criminal justice. She is the founder of Changemakers Publishing.
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Scott, Gini. The Science of Living Longer: Developments in Life Extension Technology. Praeger, 2017. ABC-CLIO, publisher.abc-clio.com/9781440857157.
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Scott, Gini. The Science of Living Longer: Developments in Life Extension Technology. Praeger, 2017. http://publisher.abc-clio.com/9781440857157
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Scott, G. (2017). The Science of Living Longer: Developments in Life Extension Technology. Retrieved from http://publisher.abc-clio.com/9781440857157
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This thought-provoking book looks at humanity's quest for immortality and examines the latest research on extending one's life and possibly living forever, presenting an overview of technological innovations such as cryonics, cell rejuvenation, organ transplants, using an exoskeleton, and brain transplants.
• Presents an overview of the different potential methods for extending human life, including cryonics, cell rejuvenation, organ transplants, using an exoskeleton, and brain transplants• Provides actionable strategies for readers on how they can extend their own life
• Introduces readers to the major researchers and organizations involved in finding methods to increase longevity and provide a potential for immortality
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Table of Contents
The Science of Living Longer: Developments in Life Extension Technology
Author(s): Scott, Gini;Contributors: Scott, Gini;Abstract:This thought-provoking book looks at humanity's quest for immortality and examines the latest research on extending one's life and possibly living forever, presenting an overview of technological innovations such as cryonics, cell rejuvenation, organ transplants, using an exoskeleton, and brain transplants.
• Presents an overview of the different potential methods for extending human life, including cryonics, cell rejuvenation, organ transplants, using an exoskeleton, and brain transplants• Provides actionable strategies for readers on how they can extend their own life
• Introduces readers to the major researchers and organizations involved in finding methods to increase longevity and provide a potential for immortality
SortTitle: science of living longer: developments in life extension technologyAuthor Info:Gini Graham Scott JD, Ph.DauthorGini Graham Scott, PhD, JD, is a nationally known writer, consultant, speaker, and seminar leader, specializing in business and work relationships, professional development, social trends, and criminal justice. She is the founder of Changemakers Publishing.
eISBN-13: 9781440857157Cover Image URL: ~~FreeAttachments/9781440857157.jpgPrint ISBN-13: 9781440857140Imprint: PraegerPages: 216Publication Date: 20171103- Cover Cover11
- Title iii4
- Copyright iv5
- Contents v6
- Introduction 18
- Part I: The Search for Immortality 714
- Chapter 1. Strategies for Living Longer to Increase the Chance of Living Forever 916
- Chapter 2. The Different Paths to Immortality 2330
- The Biotechnology Paths to Immortality 2330
- Cyronics 2431
- Curing Diseases of Old Age 2431
- Fixing the Telomeres 2532
- Rejuvenating the Cells 2633
- Working with Stem Cells to Create Transplants and Further Gene Editing 2734
- Using Nanobots for Repairing the Body 2734
- Studying the Genes for Things to Change or Fix 2835
- Reactivating Silenced Genes with Some Chemical Assistance—from Honeybees to Humans 2936
- Using Blood Transfusions to Provide Younger Blood 3138
- Developing Antiaging Drugs 3239
- Creating Commercial Life Extending Products 3239
- High-Tech Solutions 3340
- Using Cybernetics 3340
- Creating New Organs through Growing Them in the Lab or 3-D Printing 3340
- Using Cold Storage and Resuscitation Techniques to Lengthen Life 3441
- Brain Downloading and Uploading 3441
- Creating Robotic or Holographic Avatars 3643
- Simulating the Brain and Transferring It to a More Enduring Form 3744
- Spiritual Claims for Immortality 3744
- Summing Up 3845
- Chapter 3. The Beginnings of the Modern Search for Immortality 4148
- What Is Cryonics? 4148
- An Early Encounter with Cryonics 4249
- The Early History of Cryonics 4451
- The Beginnings of Cryonics 4451
- The Power of Ettinger’s Book 4653
- The Case for Cryonics 4754
- The Potential for Revival, Mechanical Aids, Transplants, and Regeneration 4956
- The Steps to Take Now 5057
- The Implications of Cryonics for Religion, Law, and Society 5158
- A Question of Personal Identity 5259
- Toward a Glorious Future 5360
- Freezing the First Cryonics Patients 5562
- How Bob Nelson Got Started 5663
- The First Big Freeze 5865
- The Long Struggle to Survive 5966
- Spreading the Word 6168
- Cryonics in Court 6572
- Part II: The Major Approaches Today 6976
- Chapter 4. The Successes and Struggles of Cryonics Today 7178
- Chapter 5. Living a Longer, Healthier Life 93100
- Chapter 6. Eating Right to Live Longer 101108
- Chapter 7. Living Right to Live Longer 117124
- Exercise and Fitness 117124
- Strength Training 119126
- Cardio Training 120127
- Getting Started and Measuring Your Results 121128
- Improving Your Brain Functioning 122129
- The Importance of Regular Exercise and Overcoming Our Resistance to It 122129
- Living a Healthier Lifestyle 123130
- Avoiding Risky Behavior and Places 126133
- Avoiding Toxins in Your Environment 126133
- Your Attitude, Relaxation, and Overcoming Stress and Anxiety 128135
- Having a Positive Attitude 128135
- Managing and Overcoming Stress 131138
- Relaxation 135142
- Part III: The Potential for Immortality 139146
- Chapter 8. It Could All Be in the Brain 141148
- Chapter 9. The Biotech System for Longevity or Immortality 163170
- An Overview of the Major Antiaging Strategies 164171
- The Support from the Wealthy Billionaires 164171
- Other Companies and Organizations Created to Pursue Antiaging Strategies 168175
- The Development of Antiaging Medicine 169176
- Fixing the Cells and Molecules 171178
- Reversing Aging with Younger Blood 171178
- Fixing the Telomeres 174181
- Other Cellular and Molecular Factors Contributing to Aging 176183
- New Body Parts and Organs 179186
- Notes 183190
- References 195202
- Index 201208
- About the Author 209216