The race to defy age: Is immortality humanity's next breakthrough?

In this segment of 5Live, the discussion centers on the science of longevity and the potential for humans to live to 150. The programme examines the desire of powerful leaders to extend their time, exploring if this is science fiction or an impending reality. Experts delve into technologies such as organ transplantation, cellular reprogramming, gene therapy like CRISPR, and the development of artificial organs and synthetic blood. The dialogue presents contrasting views on the timeline for these breakthroughs. A key point made is that "the consensus in the scientific community today becomes to be that aging is a disease." The segment also addresses the ethical questions, the high cost that might limit access to the wealthy and powerful, and the debate between high-tech solutions versus returning to a basic, healthy lifestyle to improve health span.