I should clarify that I have no problem with research on aging. I do research on brain machine interfaces which is equally pie in the sky. I am frustrated by th

I should clarify that I have no problem with research on aging. I do research on brain machine interfaces which is equally pie in the sky. I am frustrated by the interest/funding shown in this research. Also, I think that it's irresponsible to say that homelessness is a public policy problem and aging isn't. [Edit-more clarification]: My frustration is people who consider the problem of giving the median individual 10 more healthy-years of life unworthy of their attention/resources (attention is really the most valuable resource at some level) but are quite happy to get excited by those who promise infinite life. What if rather than a silver bullet, life extension requires society-level changes a small step at a time??