‘…[A] new AI project has just emerged that can pinpoint the location of where almost any photo was taken – and it has the potential to become a privacy nightmare.

The project, dubbed Predicting Image Geolocations (or PIGEON for short) was created by three students at Stanford University and was designed to help find where images from Google Street View were taken. But when fed personal photos it had never seen before, it was even able to accurately find their locations, usually with a high degree of accuracy….’ (TechRadar)

I signed a petition on Action Network telling Monica M. Bertagnolli, M.D., Director of the National Institutes of Health to Support the Continuation of the Dog Aging Project.

The Dog Aging Project represents a pioneering effort in the scientific community. It engages nearly 50,000 Americans in research, and drives significant advancements in aging biology. Despite its remarkable success, the project now faces uncertainty. Your voice is crucial to secure its future. Initiated with National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding in 2018, this project aims to understand aging in dogs, and to ultimately help us extend healthy lifespan of both humans and pets. It has surpassed all expectations, even amidst the COVID-19 pandemic’s challenges, with substantial achievements such as:

• Creating the largest longitudinal study of aging in the world
• Publishing over 50 influential peer-reviewed papers
• Developing a free, open-access database with more than 36.5 million data points
• Initiating the first-ever randomized clinical trial for longevity

These efforts have sparked global research and inspired biotechnology companies to seek new life-extending treatments.

Now, we stand at a crossroads. The Dog Aging Project has become a symbol of hope, demonstrating the power of science in a period of skepticism. Its loss would not only hinder advancements in health but also diminish the public’s engagement with science and their faith in NIH.

We urge the NIH to reaffirm their commitment to this vital work. This isn’t merely about scientific inquiry; it’s about improving lives. Join us in advocating for the Dog Aging Project. Together, we can secure a future where the health and vitality of our beloved dogs shed light on our own paths to healthy long lives.

Act now. Lend your voice to champion the Dog Aging Project and contribute to a healthier tomorrow.

Can you join me and take action? Click here: https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/support-the-continuation-of-the-dog-aging-project?source=email&

‘If your idea of festive joy is being haunted by past memories or driven insane by mysterious specters, have we got the tradition for you….’ (The New York Times)