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Originally Posted by GregE
From what I've read, 150 is potentially very doable and, what's more, that person probably won't look much over 30. It's all about getting human cells to continue to reproduce themselves faster than they die deep into ripe old age. Supposedly though, true immortality is impossible due to certain organs, the brain being the main one, eventually wearing out even in an ideal bodily environment.
Sorry I can't post a link. It's been a long time since I read the article.
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Quite a number of intelligent people are convinced that practical immortality will be achieved within 20 years.
We probably belong to the first generation in history who might live to be immortal if we live long enough (i.e another 20 years or so). We also probably belong to the last generation in history who might have to suffer death (from old age) and see our loved ones die.
You only have to look at the breakthroughs with stem cell technology to see that lifespans are going to radically increase very soon. The big question is whether the cells of the brain can be rejuvenated and replenished. Every other organ will be grown in a lab within 10 or 15 years, but there's no point in having an immortal body if your brain still crumbles from Alzheimers. But just yesterday scientists found a way of turning adult stem cells into brain cells. So, yes, if you are under 60 and in good health, you are almost certain to live forever (just take more care when crossing the road - might also be a good investment to finally join a gym).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/4003063.stm
The following book explains how to live long enough to live forever :
http://www.amazon.com/Transcend-Nine...dp/B003GAN06W/