In this episode of The Human Upgrade, Dave Asprey sits down with Chris French, PhD cell biologist and co-founder of Timeline, to explore the 18-year scientific journey behind one of the most promising longevity molecules being studied today.
Chris shares how Timeline started with a bold question: could a natural compound target aging at its root by improving mitochondrial function?
What began with research into pomegranates, gut bacteria, and cellular energy eventually led to a breakthrough molecule that helps activate the body’s process for clearing out old, damaged mitochondria so healthier ones can function better.
Chris also explains new research on immune aging, including findings related to CD8 naive T cells, natural killer cells, inflammation, and mitochondrial gene expression in older adults.
This conversation goes deep into what it actually takes to discover, validate, and commercialize a longevity compound, from early lab research and animal studies to human clinical trials, skincare innovation, and the future of mitochondrial testing.
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