XPRIZE Healthspan: Revolutionizing Human Aging & Healthspan with Dr. Jamie Justice

Can we find ways to target human aging and extend healthspan? This ambitious premise is at the heart of XPRIZE Healthspan, a 7-year, $101 million global competition with an audacious challenge: to successfully develop a proactive, accessible therapeutic that restores muscle, cognitive, and immune function by a minimum of 10 years, with a goal of 20 years, in persons aged 65-80 years, in one year or less.

In this episode of Longevity by Design, hosts Ashley Reaver and Dr. Gil Blander spoke with Dr. Jamie Justice, Executive Vice President of the Health Domain at XPRIZE, and Executive Director of XPRIZE Healthspan. The conversation sheds light on the emerging scientific evidence and paradigm-shifting concept for therapeutic interventions to extend healthspan and lifespan by targeting aging, rather than one age-related disease at a time. Dr. Justice also discusses her career journey and the XPRIZE Healthspan competition, in which she is leading international networks to drive innovative solutions to improve human health and aging that is affordable and accessible to all.

The conversation also explores the intersection of art and science in Dr. Justice's work. She emphasizes the role of creativity in scientific discovery, suggesting that a holistic approach is essential for groundbreaking achievements in aging research. The episode wraps up with Dr. Justice emphasizing a holistic approach for good health. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in aging and healthspan and the innovative work being done by XPRIZE.

Introduction: 00:00-02:08
What led Dr. Jamie Justice to become a scientist?: 02:09-06:53
How did Dr. Jamie Justice get interested in aging, healthspan, and longevity research?: 06:54-13:11
What kind of research did Dr. Jamie Justice do before becoming the EVP of the Health Domain at XPRIZE?: 13:12-26:06
What is XPRIZE and its mission? 26:07-35:35
What is XPRIZE Healthspan?: 35:36-45:42
How is XPRIZE uniquely positioned to advance and facilitate innovative solutions to improve human health and aging?: 45:43-49:52
What are the phases of XPRIZE Healthspan?: 49:53-56:03
Who can apply to be in the XPRIZE Healthspan competition?: 56:04-58:52
What kind of trial designs does the XPRIZE Healthspan competition allow?: 58:53-01:02:36
How is the winner of XPRIZE Healthspan decided?: 01:02:37-01:04:57
Dr. Jamie Justice’s top tip for improving health: 01:04:58-01:07:46

Let’s Connect!

[SirTenenbaum]

I had no idea Jamie Justice was a competitive snowboarder. That's nuts!

[KJSvitko]

You are what you eat. Your diet impacts your health.
Lower stress, reduce obesity, get enough sleep and more exercise are key to a healthy life.
Obesity in children and adults is rising across the world.
Fast food and sugary drinks including fruit juices are contributing to the problem of poor health and obesity.
Eat a healthy plant based diet and exercise regularly.
Reduce or ELIMINATE cows milk, eggs, cheese and meat. Eat more salad greens, beans, fruit and vegetables. Eliminate fast food, snacks like cookies, cakes, chips, and sugary drinks and juices.
Every adult and child should own a bicycle and ride it regularly.
Regular exercise will help you sleep better. Yoga is a great stress reducer.
Obesity is all too common today. Get off the couch. Get off the phone, ipad or video game.
A variety of stretching and other exercises help with increased mobility.
Ride to work, ride to school, ride for fun.
Every city should be a bicycle city.
Speak up for bicycles in your community

[squamish]

It's crazy how little attention this potentially revolutionary movement is getting. Everyone's obsessed with politics, Ukraine, Gaza etc.

[martaverela]

You talk non-sense Jamie. Speak as you eat