Lack of venture builders may delay growth of longevity biotech in Asia

Lack of venture builders may delay growth of longevity biotech in Asia

Dr. Alexandra Bause, co-founder and venture partner of Apollo Health Ventures, speaks during a panel discussion titled “Surfing the Silver Tsunami: Advancements in Geriatrics and Longevity Technology” at the Asia Summit on Global Health (ASGH) in Hong Kong on May 27, 2025. Photo from ASGH

A rapidly ageing population has fuelled longevity and healthspan-related innovations across Asia, but the region is short of early-stage venture-building investors. This may put off the timetable of translating academic breakthroughs into real-world impact, says a longevity investor from Europe.

Edited by: Padma Priya

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