Michael Roizen, guest lecturer at the School of Medicine, explained how people can self-engineer genetic alterations to prevent disease and boost longevity by making healthy lifestyle choices.
In an opinion article titled “Want to live longer? Influence your genes,” he wrote: “You have the ability to change how your body works and reacts—and ultimately how healthy you are and how long you may live. You should build a strong foundation now.” The piece appeared in National Geographic.