Can Human Aging Be Slowed?
Saturday, November 22, at 11:30 a.m. Location: Maryland Ballroom B This symposium poses a question that has been raised since recorded history began. In respect to humans, the answer until now has been “no.” Yet, modern advances made in biogerontology have persuaded some to believe that the answer soon will be “yes.” The latest research will be presented by the world’s leading authorities in human longevity, including Robert N. Butler, MD; Leonard Hayflick, PhD; Steven Austad, PhD; S. Jay Olshansky, PhD; and Richard Weindruch, PhD. The Baltimore Longitudinal Study (BLSA) on Aging: 50 Years of Gerontology and More Sunday, November 23, at 3:30 p.m. Location: Potomac Ballroom A The BLSA is the largest and longest-running longitudinal study of aging in the United States. This symposium will explore the study’s research activities and plans for the future, along with its impact on care for the elderly, preventive medicine, and understanding about human aging. Among the speakers will be Robe