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Current Anti-Ageing Research and Its Potential Implications for Ageism
(2020-05) McCoy, Jordan
Although still in its infancy, anti-ageing research has both breadth and depth. Currently, hundreds of researchers are interested in delaying the ageing process and extending lifespan, and there are already several theories of how it could be accomplished. Metformin, telomeres, Rapamycin, the GH pathway, stem cells, and nutrition are all related to ageing and could be manipulated in order to help significantly extend the lifespan. The first part of this thesis is dedicated to summarizing current anti-ageing research. Ageism is discrimination or prejudice against someone based on their age. Although not as widely discussed as racism or sexism, it is just as common and can have many damaging effects. Older people see discrimination in the workplace, poorer treatment in healthcare, and a general low status in society due to ageism. The causes of ageism are complex. Studies indicate that fear of old age and death, common stereotypes, and lack of visibility for older people all contribute to ageist behaviors. The second part of this thesis is dedicated to investigating the causes and effects of ageism. Anti-ageing research could potentially lead to an extended lifespan, which would impact many areas of life. For instance, an extended lifespan would likely change how age is viewed in society, impacting ageism. The final part of this thesis is dedicated to exploring ideas of how an extended lifespan would alter ageism.