Hundreds of world experts in prolonging human lifespans have gathered in Dublin for the opening day of Longevity Summit which commenced today at the Dublin Royal Convention Centre. Key highlights for the day include an address by Tom Lawry, Managing Director of Second Century, who is set to discuss how the power of AI can be harnessed for healthy ageing. In addition, Sally Ann Frank, who has amassed over 25 years working for Microsoft, is also in line to give a talk on AI-driven drug discovery and healthcare delivery. Longevity is one of only three internationally recognised conferences which focuses on sharing emerging research, accelerating technologies, promoting healthy ageing and uncovering ways to prolong life spans of physically fit human beings. Over 400 attendees are set to turn out for the event, which runs over a few days from 13-16 of June and takes place in partnership with the Lev Foundation.
The future focused event officially began at 07:15 with a 5k fun run, led by CEO of Longevity Summit Dublin, Martin O’Dea. This was followed by breakfast and networking opportunities that continued until 09:00, when the introductory address was given by Aubrey de Grey CSO and president of LEV Foundation, and Martin O’Dea. 20 other presentations and panel discussions are due to take place on the stage throughout the day, which will involve a variety of notable founders and academics, including Jan Gruber (National University of Singapore), Jasmine Smith (CEO of Rejuve A) and Aaron Cravens (CEO of Revel Pharmaceuticals). The last on-stage activity finishes at 18:45.
Prolonging healthy ageing and preventative maintenance have become increasingly popular topics of discussion for people seeking ways of extending the human lifespan. According to macrotrends, the current life expectancy for Ireland in 2024 is 82.96 years, a 0.19% increase from 2023. In addition, government figures show health spending has increased year-on-year since 2015, and is estimated to make up just under one quarter of gross government spending by the end of 2024. Longevity Summit aims to highlight ways in which people can experience healthy ageing and curb the risks of illnesses and deterioration of the body so that people can live longer, fuller lives.
Speaking at this morning’s launch, Martin O’Dea, CEO of Longevity Summit, said: “We’re delighted to begin this year’s instalment of Longevity Summit Dublin and believe that by sharing insights from global experts, we can help improve the human lifespan in Ireland, bringing ageing under control and helping delay the onset of chronic diseases. In 2010 people were reluctant to talk about longevity of life and ways of enhancing overall wellbeing. Now extending the human lifespan remains a much-talked about topic, one which our global scientists, professors and entrepreneurs will provide hugely interesting insights and advice on.”
About Longevity Summit
Longevity Summit 2024 takes place at the Dublin Royal Convention Centre from the 13 – 16 of June. Only one of three events taking place in Europe, it specialises in recognising and sharing emerging research developments and accelerating technologies to extend the human health span. With over 50 world leading speakers across biology, biotechnology, medicine, investment and entrepreneurship, it aims to provide attendees with unique insights into how to embrace and benefit from healthy ageing. With over 500 attendees, this year is set to be its biggest yet, as longevity and an ageing population becomes much talked about topics. For further information please visit www.longevitysummitdublin.com.