Young Blood, Old Myths: The Science of Rejuvenation Through Plasma and Platelets
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### Young Blood, Old Myths: The Science of Rejuvenation Through Plasma and Platelets
hosted by Kamil Pabis
speaker: Mathieu van Giel
Few ideas in longevity research have fascinated scientists as much as the claim that “young blood” could rejuvenate the old.
In this talk, we trace the scientific journey of blood-based rejuvenation, from early “young blood” experiments and plasma exchange studies to modern platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapies. We will examine how the field has evolved, from adding “youthful” factors to removing or neutralizing harmful ones, and discuss what platelets reveal about the body’s natural ability to repair and renew itself. Finally, we’ll look toward emerging platelet biotechnologies and what they could mean for regenerative therapies.
Our speaker, Mathieu Van Giel, is a genetic engineer and founder of Wasna, a Singapore-based biotech startup developing lab-grown platelets to make blood-based technologies safer, more scalable, and more accessible for research and application.
Oct 28, at 7pm
Trapeze Rec. Club
27 Tg Pagar Rd
supported by https://xandrolab.com/