Amy Dockser Marcus
@AmyDMarcus
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Reporter. Author of “We the Scientists: How A Daring Team of Parents and Doctors Forged A New Path for Medicine” and two other books.
Joined April 2012
As a cub beat reporter at @wsj, I admired @AmyDMarcus as the ultimate beat reporter. Scoops. Page One stories. A Pulitzer Prize! I can't wait for her to bring her expertise in health and science reporting to @theinformation at a time when tech *wants* to disrupt it all.
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The Information features editor Nick Wingfield sent out the following to the staff: Hi Team We’re thrilled to announce that Amy Dockser Marcus, a Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter from the Wall Street...
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Everyone should read the WSJ cover story today entitled “Genetically Engineered Babies Are banned. Tech Titans Are Trying to Make One Anyway,” by @emilyglazer, Katherine Long, and @amydmarcus. My thoughts and some essential additional links in the thread below. 1/
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Silicon Valley startups are pushing the boundaries of reproductive genetics, hoping to prevent diseases as well as improve chances for a high IQ and other traits.
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Genetically engineered babies are banned. Tech billionaires are trying to make one anyway: https://t.co/JCcR5Hmf8E Latest investigation by me, @ByKLong and @AmyDMarcus
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Silicon Valley startups are pushing the boundaries of reproductive genetics, hoping to prevent diseases as well as improve chances for a high IQ and other traits.
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A network of ultrawealthy investors including Peter Thiel and Sam Altman are infusing the longevity industry with cash and making big bets on where the science is headed https://t.co/uskcPVd9JF via @WSJ
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A network of ultrawealthy investors including Peter Thiel and Sam Altman are infusing the longevity industry with cash and making big bets on where the science is headed.
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Simulating an 80-year-old with @MIT_AgeLab's gear, @AmyDMarcus learns about the importance of balance and strength training https://t.co/yC4IY42dP5
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Characteristically thoughtful @WSJ piece by @AmyDMarcus documenting her experience in age-simulation suit developed by researchers @MIT, intended to enable others to experience life as older person w common infirmities. Will motivate empathy+preemption... https://t.co/qmnY0pHACD
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A suit developed at MIT’s AgeLab gives a taste of difficulties the elderly face, and motivation to prepare.
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I spent a day wearing MIT’s age-simulation suit. It gave me new insights into my own aging, and what steps I should be taking right now. https://t.co/IFJlRWqQEf via @WSJ
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A suit developed at MIT’s AgeLab gives a taste of difficulties the elderly face, and motivation to prepare.
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Wednesday: Ask @ZaldyTanMD (plus @AmyDMarcus and me) all your burning questions about brain aging. https://t.co/z8JOlmpZdN via @WSJ
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Sort the commenting thread by “Most Liked” to see answers from Dr. Tan and WSJ’s health reporters
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More female scientists, entrepreneurs and influencers are entering the longevity space. Their study of hormones and ovaries could unlock the key to a longer life for everyone.
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A growing number of female scientists, entrepreneurs and influencers are edging in to a space long dominated by men. Their study of hormones and ovaries could unlock the key to a longer life for...
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Step Aside Longevity Bros. It’s Time for the Longevity Ladies. - @WSJ . Terrific chatting with @AmyDMarcus about our X chromosome work!
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A growing number of female scientists, entrepreneurs and influencers are edging in to a space long dominated by men. Their study of hormones and ovaries could unlock the key to a longer life for...
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Everything @AmyDMarcus is a must read; her latest - on “longevity ladies” no exception…
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A growing number of female scientists, entrepreneurs and influencers are edging in to a space long dominated by men. Their study of hormones and ovaries could unlock the key to a longer life for...
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Americans in their 80s and 90s are redefining old age, as medical advances and new diet and exercise habits allow people to thrive mentally and physically long past retirement. by @AmyDMarcus
https://t.co/i1oVquWVnA via @WSJ
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Dementia rates are down, recovery rates are up. Many are thriving mentally and physically deep into their later years.
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My essay today in @wsj is part of our ongoing look at the pursuit of longevity. https://t.co/3wA4O5P8jU We also held a Live Q and A with @EricTopol about living longer/healthier. That conversation is still available to read here:
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Sort the commenting thread by “Most Liked” to see answers from Dr. Eric Topol and WSJ’s health reporters.
We can build on this. It doesn't require reversing aging. It's the theme of SUPER AGERS. by @AmyDMarcus GIft link https://t.co/ECooEiQA15
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Enjoyed my discussion with @AmyDMarcus about resilience in an #aging society. @YaleIMed @Yale_OAIC @YaleGeriatrics @GeriPalBlog @geri_doc @NIDUS_Delirium @ClinSTARCC @johnahartford @AmerGeriatrics @YaleMed @Aging_Research @AgingInitiative
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Absolutely love this wonderful+insightful (as always) @wsj @AmyDMarcus essay on how older people are aging better than ever, & much better than (old, tired) stereotypes suggest: https://t.co/Bh6c3BrcOp My recent & closely aligned POV on "Vanguard" gen: https://t.co/1zKQzb1SsW
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Congratulations to the Investigative & General Reporting finalists for the 31st Annual #NIHCMAwards in Journalism! We are delighted to recognize their outstanding work. Read the webpage for more: https://t.co/XkFR7WrEtc
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An outgrowth of the research and writing SUPER AGERS, a book about how we can extend our healthspan by @AmyDMarcus gift link https://t.co/fE0r1DrbLH
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While I reviewed "Super Agers" by Dr. Eric Topol for the @wsj earlier this week ( https://t.co/Ok39fD4vRz ), you definitely also want to read this engaging interview with the author by the always wonderful @AmyDMarcus in today's paper:
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Dr. Eric Topol’s research revealed it’s not so much genes that lead to long life but instead simple and practical steps to stay healthy. He’s taking his own advice.
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The @WSJ piece on SUPER AGERS, by @AmyDMarcus Gift link https://t.co/FrEzjgRcQ3 And please join us next Tuesday for a live Q&A about this with the link below w/ @AlexLJanin
TUESDAY: Join me, @AmyDMarcus and @EricTopol to answer readers' questions on the pursuit of living healthier for longer. Add your question here: https://t.co/wG3ZchHmV8 via @WSJ
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