Kevin JohnsonIn an unprecedented move that promises to reshape the landscape of longevity research and advocacy, two pioneering nonprofits, SENS Research Foundation and Lifespan.io (Lifespan Extension Advocacy Foundation), have announced their intention to merge. This groundbreaking collaboration, set to be finalized by the end of 2024 pending regulatory approvals, marks a significant milestone in the quest to extend healthy human lifespans.
The Vision: A World Without Age-Related Decline
Imagine a world where the specter of age-related decline no longer looms over humanity, where the wisdom of years is not accompanied by the burden of frailty. This is the vision that has driven SENS Research Foundation and Lifespan.io tirelessly for a combined quarter-century. Now, as they join forces, their shared passion and complementary strengths promise to catalyze breakthroughs that once seemed relegated to the realm of science fiction.
Pioneering Organizations Join Forces
SENS Research Foundation, a trailblazer in longevity-focused research, has long been at the forefront of the damage-repair approach to combating aging. Their innovative work has laid the groundwork for a paradigm shift in how we view the aging process—not as an inevitable decline, but as a problem to be solved. Meanwhile, Lifespan.io has been a beacon of advocacy and education, tirelessly working to raise awareness about the potential of longevity science and foster collaboration among researchers, funders, and the public.
Accelerating Progress Through Collaboration
Together, these organizations represent a formidable alliance. By combining their scientific prowess, extensive networks, and outreach capabilities, they are poised to accelerate the development and translation of rejuvenation biotechnologies. The merger signifies a deliberate alignment of research and advocacy efforts, united by the immediate goal of expediting advancements in extending healthy human lifespan.
“We are incredibly excited to announce this merger,” said Stephanie Dainow, Board Director and Executive Director of Lifespan.io. “Since their inception, both Lifespan.io and SENS Research Foundation have been driven by a shared vision of a future where age-related decline is no longer an inevitability. This merger represents a natural evolution of our efforts, enabling us to pool our resources and expertise to drive progress forward at an unprecedented pace.”
A Global Platform for Information and Engagement
The newly formed entity will serve as a global platform for information creation and dissemination, fostering collaboration and inspiring public engagement. By leveraging their combined strengths and redoubling their focus on impactful, translatable research, the organization aims to play a key sense-making and unifying role within the longevity industry.
“This marks an exhilarating new chapter for SRF and the longevity industry as a whole,” said Lisa Fabiny-Kiser, CEO of SENS Research Foundation. “By combining our scientific prowess with Lifespan.io’s unparalleled outreach capabilities, we will drive the advent of new technologies and therapies for the extension of healthspan. These types of connections are what will propel our industry forward.”
Dynamic Leadership for a New Era
As the merger moves forward, Lisa Fabiny-Kiser is set to take the helm as Chief Executive Officer, with Stephanie Dainow serving as Chief Business Officer. They will be joined by an equally representative Board of Directors, ensuring a balanced and dynamic leadership structure.
Transforming Lives and Society
The implications of this merger are far-reaching. By accelerating the development and equitable distribution of therapies to increase healthy human lifespan, the newly formed organization has the potential to transform not only individual lives but the very fabric of society. Imagine a world where the wealth of knowledge and experience accumulated over a lifetime can be harnessed for the benefit of all, where the pursuit of health and vitality knows no age limit.
A Clarion Call for Unity and Progress
As we stand on the cusp of this new era in longevity, the merger of SENS Research Foundation and Lifespan.io serves as a clarion call—a reminder that when brilliant minds and passionate hearts unite, the impossible becomes possible. Together, they will lead the charge towards a future where aging is no longer a barrier to a life well-lived, where the promise of longevity becomes a reality for all.
