Aging research is quickly evolving to understand how we can live healthier, longer lives. Scientists are looking to centenarians and their family members to reveal how their environment, lifestyle, and genetics contribute to their delayed aging.In this episode of Longevity by Design, our co-hosts, Dr. Gil Blander and Ashley Reaver, are joined by Dr. Nir Barzilai,  Director of the Institute for Aging Research at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Tune in as Dr. Nir Barzilai describes how he pursued a career in aging, where the research stands on metformin and longevity, and the Longevity Genes Project, genome mapping 750 centenarians and their family members to understand the genetic component of aging.To learn more about science-backed ways to live a healthier, longer life, download InsideTracker&apos;s InnerAge eBook at <a href='http://insidetracker.com/podcast'>insidetracker.com/podcast</a>

Dr. Steven Austad—A Unique Perspective to Aging Research

Longevity by Design is your go-to podcast for unlocking the secrets to a longer, healthier life. Hosted by Dr. Gil Blander, a renowned scientist and entrepreneur in the fields of aging, nutrition, and personalized health, this show dives into cutting-edge research and practical strategies for optimizing your healthspan and lifespan.In each episode, Dr. Blander sits down with leading longevity and health scientists to explore how we can live better, longer lives. From unpacking complex scientific concepts to sharing the latest advancements in aging research, Longevity by Design offers science-backed insights and actionable advice to help you add years to your life—and life to your years.Dr. Blander is the founder and Chief Scientific Officer of InsideTracker, a healthspan company that leverages blood tests, DNA analysis, fitness tracker data, and other biomarkers to deliver personalized health recommendations. With a Ph.D. in biology from the Weizmann Institute of Science and postdoctoral research at MIT, Dr. Blander brings decades of expertise and passion to every conversation.Tune in to Longevity by Design and discover how to live a longer, healthier, and more vibrant life.