Scientists work to create elixir of life

Hmmm, maybe they should have some kind of mandate where those who want to live forever have to trade that for their ability to have children, ala Highlander. That way it would solve the overpopulation issue, well...somewhat at least. Dunno if people would go for that though, but I still would. At this point in my life with no kids, at 33, I don't think I'll ever be ready, or want to have any. I've babysat with previous girlfriends enough to know I don't want the hassle, and I also don't have the patience.

If we cut parts of the brain out, we can change everything about a person. Gimme that information, i need to start work on some people I know!

It actually is a little selfish. The world is already overpopulated, running out of resources, food and water. Then we have people trying to find a way to cheat death, or prolong their lives way past what a normal human could do. Its a selfish desire, and a further tax on resources. Though I can understand your reasoning. I take it you've had your immunizations? Take medication when you're ill? Would want treatment if you were seriously ill? If so, you are selfish for wanting to live longer than your body will allow naturally, according to your logic. There is nothing wrong with this 'elixer'.... [More]

I think it's selfish to deprive my children of a mother or grandchildren of a grandmother. Also, we don't have a food and water (Not anymore) crises here in Australia, and my carbon footprint is so small, we use 100% wind electricity and well water. We are a raw/green family. And to be honest I don't think the world is over populated, there is plenty of room, it's just people refuse to spread out from the cities. You are good people.

You are good people. Awww, thank you sweet heart. 3

I take it you've had your immunizations? Take medication when you're ill? Would want treatment if you were seriously ill? If so, you are selfish for wanting to live longer than your body will allow naturally, according to your logic. There is nothing wrong with this 'elixer'. Apart from overpopulation, obviously. I have no problem with people treating themselves when ill and so on, I just think it is ridiculous with people trying to prolong their lives longer than a normal human is capable of when it comes to say a natural death by old age. I think it's selfish to deprive my children of a moth... [More]

there has to be end of a life to make room for a new one we just share our existence so everyone hasa go at it i would like to live til im about 90 but with heart problems already il be lucky to get to 60 which im not looking forward to ive done so lil and wish i had achieved more than i have

No that's the thing there is not plenty of room, as natural habitats have to be destroyed to make room for humans and farmland (which is not great for wildlife, which is not great for humankind when it nature is heavily effected). As for the depriving your children of a mother, don't you think when they are adults they would be able to cope if you was gone? Would you plan on coddling them forever? I am sure your grand kids would get over it with their mom and dad around to sooth them and give them support. My apologies if this comes off as me being a jerk, I am trying not to make it come off t... [More]

there has to be end of a life to make room for a new one we just share our existence so everyone hasa go at it i would like to live til im about 90 but with heart problems already il be lucky to get to 60 which im not looking forward to ive done so lil and wish i had achieved more than i have But 90 is an extended life, 60-70 is average so by everyone elses standard 60 is the right age.

It is Healthy Life Expectancy that counts. It's not worth living those extra years if you're gonna be a vegetable and wear diapers that someone else must change. My grandad lived till his 90s and passed away very peacefully. Right up till the end he could walk, although he had to be helped. He used to lay on his bed and watch cricket on TV. Mandela is in his 90s and is still mobile, as are many other people.