We advocate for and support the development of biotechnologies focused on ending age-related diseases.
NEWS
Protein Produced by Astrocytes Involved in Brain Plasticity
0Researchers from the Salk Institute have discovered that a protein called Chrdl1, secreted by astrocytes, is res...
JOURNAL CLUB
Journal Club October 2018
Clearance of senescent glial cells prevents tau-dependent pathology and cognitive decline is the topic of this m...Posted in: Journal club
PROJECTS
Our passion drives us to help change the world for the better.
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Who are we?
LEAF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to supporting research to end age-related diseases through a program of advocacy, education, and crowdfunding. We have been a top rated non-profit for two years running at Greatnonprofits.
Engaging the public
We host conferences and events to bring researchers, investors, and the general public together to learn about science and business in the biotech sector. In July 2018, we hosted a major conference at the Cooper Union in New York City.
Popularizing science
We collaborate with major Youtube channels to educate and spread the word. For example, in 2017, we worked with the popular science channel Kurzgesagt to produce this video about aging seen by over three and a half million viewers.
Proven success
We have successfully funded six important research projects via our science crowdfunding platform Lifespan.io, raising over $200,000 for aging research. This money will help to develop therapies that target the processes of aging.