Author name: Ryan Bethencourt

Biotech investor, founder, and writer. Co-founded IndieBio, the world's largest seed biotech accelerator. CEO of Wild Earth. 180+ early-stage biotech investments. Writing about longevity science, AI, and what comes next at Grey Area Labs and in the Accelerated newsletter.

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Can We Achieve Longevity Escape Velocity by 2030?

Longevity Escape Velocity (LEV) is a provocative idea that suggests humans might eventually live longer than time itself by leveraging advances in medicine and biotechnology. In simple terms, if each year science can add more than one year to your expected lifespan, you effectively “outrun” aging — potentially living indefinitely, barring accidents or new diseases. […]

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Revolutionizing Literature Reviews with AI Tools

The Deluge of Information In the age of open science, the rate of publications in life sciences and medicine has exploded. Even narrow topics can accumulate thousands of papers, preprints and trial reports in a few years. Researchers conducting systematic reviews often spend months manually searching for relevant studies, screening abstracts and extracting structured data.

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How IGF-1 Impacts Healthspan: A Double-Edged Sword

Updated: August 15, 2025 • Reading time: ~15 minutesMedical disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Insulin-Like Growth Factor (IGF-1) and Aging: Friend or Foe? In the quest for eternal youth, scientists have uncovered a fascinating paradox: a hormone that fuels growth and vitality in our younger years might

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Optimize Sleep: Boost Longevity with Proven Techniques

Updated: August 15, 2025 • Reading time: ~10 minutesMedical disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Talk to a qualified clinician before using any supplement or medicine. Sleep Optimization for Longevity: Unlock the Secrets to Deeper Rest and a Longer Life In a world where hustle culture reigns supreme,

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The Science Behind Meditation, Gratitude, and Living Longer

Updated: August 15, 2025 • Reading time: ~10 minutesMedical disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Talk to a qualified clinician before using any supplement or medicine. Mindfulness Meets Biohacking: Do Meditation and Gratitude Practices Extend Life? In a world obsessed with biohacking—think intermittent fasting, cryotherapy, and nootropics—what if

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Heat, Cold & Exercise: Hormesis for a Healthier Life

Updated: August 15, 2025 • Reading time: ~10 minutesMedical disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Talk to a qualified clinician before using any supplement or medicine. Hormesis Explained: How Mild Stressors Like Heat, Cold, and Exercise Can Supercharge Your Longevity and Healthspan Imagine if the key to living

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