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<p> We envision a time in which the human population lives a healthier life, for longer. We will use
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synthetic biology to ensure the ageing world population can both maintain their quality of life and
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                    <h3> BioSynthAge: Do not go gentle into that good night </h3>
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                        We envision a time in which the human population lives a healthier life, for longer. We will use synthetic biology to ensure the ageing world population can both maintain their quality of life and
 
extend their lifespan - increasing their ‘healthspan’. The health challenges currently posed by
 
extend their lifespan - increasing their ‘healthspan’. The health challenges currently posed by
 
ageing are many and complex so we propose a suite of synthetic biology solutions to tackle
 
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these challenges. Our synthetic biology solutions will include, but not be limited to, the following: <p>
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these challenges. Our synthetic biology solutions will include, but not be limited to, the following:
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<p> <b> Oxidative stress – the root of the problem </b> </p>
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<p> Oxidative stress underlies many of the health problems of ageing so we will develop a number
 
<p> Oxidative stress underlies many of the health problems of ageing so we will develop a number
 
of free radical mopping devices. These devices will include therapeutic bacterial chassis
 
of free radical mopping devices. These devices will include therapeutic bacterial chassis
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robustness to oxidative stress.</p>
 
robustness to oxidative stress.</p>
  
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<p> <b> False teeth – a thing of the past </b> </p>
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<p> Increasing tooth loss remains a feature of old age in humans throughout the world. We will
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harness synthetic biology to improve the dental health of the ageing population by designing
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<p> <b> Grey love – it does not have to be dangerous </b> </p>
 
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<p> You may be surprised to know that sexually transmitted diseases are particularly prevalent in
 
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in the night on contact with organisms such as Neisseria gonorrhoeae. </p>
 
  
 
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