Human Longevity Inc. and Genomic Advancements

Human Longevity Inc. and Genomic Advancements

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Business

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Liam Anderson

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In 2014, Human Longevity Inc. was founded to extend healthy human lifespan, aiming to make 100 years old the new 60. The company built the largest genome sequencing facility, collecting vast data including genomes, microbiomes, and phenotypes. Using machine learning, they aim to uncover the causes of diseases like cancer and heart disease. Rapid genome sequencing advancements have reduced costs and time, paving the way for personalized medicine and significant health breakthroughs.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who co-founded Human Longevity Inc. alongside the narrator?

Mark Zuckerberg and Larry Page

Elon Musk and Steve Jobs

Craig Venter and Bob Hariri

Bill Gates and Warren Buffet

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal of Human Longevity Inc.?

To make 100 years old the new 60

To sequence the genome of every living organism

To develop space travel technology

To create a new form of artificial intelligence

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What additional data, besides the genome, is collected at the sequencing facility?

Only the genome is collected

Microbiome, phenotype, and metabolome

Weather patterns and climate data

Social media activity and internet usage

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is machine learning utilized in the operations of Human Longevity Inc.?

To mine data for insights into diseases

To create virtual reality experiences

To automate the genome sequencing process

To develop new social media platforms

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the intended outcome for individuals at the age of 100 according to the company's mission?

To have traveled to every continent

To look, move, think, and feel great

To have written a book

To have a net worth of a million dollars

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant reduction in cost and time has been achieved in genome sequencing?

From $100 million and 9 months to $1,000 and a few hours

From $10 million and 5 months to $500 and 2 days

From $50 million and 6 months to $5,000 and 1 week

From $1 billion and 10 years to $10,000 and 1 year

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What future impact is anticipated from advancements in genome sequencing?

Revolutionizing space exploration

Developing new languages

Reinventing health on an epic scale

Creating new forms of entertainment