Science of Aging Aging and the desire for an extended lifespan are perennial human concerns. Although medical advancements have doubled human lifespans compared to a century ago, the natural process of aging remains inevitable. Despite eradicating numerous diseases, science has yet to conquer the biological intricacies of aging. In his book Why We Die: The New Science of Aging and the Quest for Immortality , Nobel Prize-winning molecular biologist Venki Ramakrishnan dives deep into the biology of aging and the societal implications of extending human lifespans. The book combines scientific rigor with a narrative touch, offering a well-rounded exploration of the aging process. The Biology of Aging Ramakrishnan begins with the fundamentals, discussing the cellular processes that define life and death. Aging, he explains, is rooted in the decline of cellular cooperation. When our cells cease functioning harmoniously, death ensues. Key processes such as DNA damage and repair, protein malfu...