Future of Aging Research Mixer
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The Future of Aging Research Mixer is a one-day mixer event hosted by the Harvard Aging Initiative that will help bring together the younger generations of Boston’s aging researchers and enthusiasts to enable students to connect with each other, fostering collaboration, sharing ideas, and exposing the most pertinent questions in the field of aging.
Speakers:
Kat Kajderowicz (MIT PhD Student, and Principal at age1 VC)
George Church (HMS Professor, Wyss Institute Founding Member, Co-founder of 50+ Biotechs)
Jesse Poganik (HMS Instructor in Medicine)
Alex Colville (Co-founder and General Partner at age1 VC)
Event Schedule
4:00 pm – 4:15 pm
Guest Arrival, Food, Refreshments, and Networking.
Attendees arrive, enjoy food and refreshments, and begin initial networking.
4:15 pm – 4:45 pm
Opening Remarks & Keynote Speakers
Introduction and Sponsor’s Note from the Aging Initiative at Harvard
A brief acknowledgment and message from the sponsors supporting the event.
Kat Kajderowicz (MIT PhD Student, Principal at age1 VC)
The Big Picture of Aging Research: Overview of the aging research landscape and the need for cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Impetus: Highlights the monumental challenges and promises in aging biology and the importance of young researchers entering the longevity field.
George Church (HMS Professor, Wyss Institute Founding Member, Co-founder of 50+ Biotechs)
Breakthroughs in Aging Biotechnology: Overview of recent discoveries and potential future advances in the field.
The Promise of Synthetic Biology: Exploration of how synthetic biology can transform aging research.
4:45 pm – 6:00 pm
Evening Presentations
Jesse Poganik (HMS Instructor in Medicine, Executive Co-
Director of Biomarkers of Aging Consortium)
Evolution of Aging Biology Research: Insights into how the field has developed over the years and where it stands today.
Importance of Biomarkers: Discussion on the role of biomarkers in measuring aging and validating interventions.
Alex Colville (Co-founder and General Partner at age1 VC)
Investing in the Future of Aging Research: Overview of how venture capital can accelerate innovation in the longevity space.
Career Opportunities in Longevity Biotech: Advice for young researchers and entrepreneurs on building careers in the field.Vision for the Future: Strategic outlook on the next big opportunities in aging biotech.
6:35 pm – 7:00 pm
Final Conversations & Departures
Attendees are encouraged to continue conversations, share opportunities, and turn the energy from the event into actionable steps that will support the emerging field of aging biology.