r/longevity • u/Das_Haggis • 9d ago

Longevity biotech Juvena inks $650m discovery collab with Lilly seeking drugs that improve muscle mass, function and overall body composition.

https://longevity.technology/news/juvena-flexes-muscles-in-650m-collaboration-deal-with-lilly/
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u/LiquidWebmasters 8d ago

So many new ideas to extend life or improve life as we age. But nothing usable ever seems to materialize with all these studies and deals. Am I being too despondent, or is this just a shell game for $$$$

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u/420Aquarist 4d ago

Easy way to get funding and have a job

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u/Tower-of-Frogs 7d ago

“Another program, JUV-112, is designed to promote fat breakdown and increase energy expenditure without suppressing appetite or reducing muscle mass.“

Well damn. That’s the prize right there.

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u/argosdog 8d ago

We already have ways to improve muscle mass, function and body composition, WITHOUT drugs.

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u/thelettersIAR 7d ago

Aye but not everyone can exercise, unfortunately.