Instant Expert: How to live a long, healthy life

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Instant Expert: How to live a long, healthy life

Saturday 8th February 2024, 10am - 5pm | Congress Centre, 28 Great Russell Street, London, WC1B 3LS

“Live Long and Prosper” is the famous Vulcan greeting from the classic Sci-Fi series Star Trek. But how can we actually achieve this and how can the latest scientific research help?

Research into longevity (the science of living longer) and human flourishing (living with positive psychological and social functioning) has exploded in recent years, with organisations such as the Human Flourishing Program at Harvard leading the way.

But how much can we really affect our lifespan? Are longevity advocates selling snake oil or are there genuine interventions that will help us to live longer? And can science really help you live a happier, more fulfilled life?

Join six world-leading experts from across the scientific disciplines to discover if science has the answers to a longer, healthier life.

At this Instant Expert, you’ll:

· Learn about the latest research into longevity and how scientists are tackling the quest to live forever.

· Hear about what science says about living a fulfilling and satisfying life.

· Engage with world-leading experts across an array of scientific topics.

· Discover how new medical treatments could be the key to extending life expectancy.

Talks and speakers:

Live Forever? A Curious Scientist’s Guide to Wellness, Disease and Ageing.

John Tregoning, Professor of Vaccine Immunology, Imperial College London

Entering his late 40’s Professor John Tregoning realised he may not be as immortal as he once thought. Drawing on his 25 year research experience, he set about exploring the most likely causes of death and what if anything he might do about it. In this talk Professor Tregoning will explain how our organs work, how they fail us and what has changed to increase our life span. He will also describe his attempts to prolong his life and the science (if any) behind longevity advice.

Longevity Diet

Graham Lawton, Staff writer, New Scientist

Four more exciting talks to be announced soon...

Who should attend?

This masterclass is designed for everyone who wants to learn about the latest research into longevity and how scientists are tackling the quest to live forever.

• Become an expert in one day

• Informal set-up, meet like minded people

• Open your mind, be inspired

• Unique chance to ask your burning questions to our experts

What's included in your ticket:

In-depth and engaging talks from six leading scientists

Ask-an-expert Question Time session

Your chance to meet our six speakers and New Scientist host

Exclusive on-the-day New Scientist subscription deal, book and merchandise offers Booking information:

The event will be held at the Congress Centre, 28 Great Russell Street, London, WC1B 3LS

Doors will open at 9:15am, with talks commencing at 10am sharp. The event will finish at 5pm.

We require the name of each person attending - please ensure this is provided at the time of booking. If you need to change the name of an attendee, please notify us as soon as possible: [email protected]

Eventbrite will email you your ticket(s) immediately after purchase. Please remember to bring your ticket(s) with you as you'll need it to gain entry. We can scan tickets from a print out, or off the screen of a phone / tablet / smartwatch.

The schedule / exact running order for the day will be confirmed closer to the event, and will be emailed to all ticket holders.

Lunch will NOT be provided at this event. Visitors are welcome to bring their own food, or purchase lunch at one of the many establishments in the surrounding area.

Should you require details about disabled access, please contact us at: [email protected]

Tickets are non-transferable to any other New Scientist event.

All tickets are non-refundable.

New Scientist reserves the right to alter the event and its line-up, or cancel the event. In the unlikely event of cancellation, all tickets will be fully refunded. New Scientist Ltd will not be liable for any additional expenses incurred by ticket holders in relation to the event.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Congress Centre, 28 Great Russell Street, London, United Kingdom