I think it is a silly experiment myself and will go nowhere. But a lot of scientific experimentation produces knowledge and products useful in other unintended applications. Viagra is one example. It was develop to treat hypertension and angina and is now being used to treat altitude sickness and that other ailment discussed by Bob Dole.;-)
As a Christian, I think the whole idea of non-Salvation-based immortality is a non-starter. Yet, as a science buff, I am fascinated by the work being done to extend life dramatically.
Contrary to what the popular culture thinks, I believe old people have much greater capacity to make a contribution to society than younger people. Wisdom and maturity come with age...and the more age, the better.
As for me, I am in my sixties and feel like I am just getting started.
You forgot to mention "cunning."
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