The plore Program

The Xplore Program is a course and mentorship opportunity for the next generation of longevity enthusiasts. This program is meant to be first step for early career professionals entering the field, providing them with both educational resources and real-world opportunities to apply themselves.

Apply for the 2025 Cohort by March 31, 2025.

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Xplore

Join an online cohort of new Xplorers as you begin your journey in the longevity field. The course acts as a comprehensive primer, covering topics such as basic aging biology, drug development, the longevity sector, and so much more. Xplorers will have the opportunity to leverage the guidance of current students and instructors involved in longevity while enjoying a selection of fireside chats and workshops from industry professionals.

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Are there any prerequisites?

No, but we recommend having a basic understanding of biology. We will offer additional resources if needed.
Who is eligible for the Xplore Program?

We are gearing the program to undergraduate students and recent graduates. We may consider other candidates outside this demographic.
Do I need to have a technical background?

No, we welcome all educational backgrounds. However, our programming is best suited towards those with skills geared towards the biotechnology sector.
Do I have to relocate for this program?

The course portion of the program is entirety virtual, to allow for more flexibility and inclusion but will include a hybrid of synchronous and asynchronous instructions and interactions. Most Career Development Experiences will be virtual with the exception of a few that may need candidates to learn in person.
How much does the program cost?

The Xplore Program is free!
What companies will I be able to receive mentorship from?

To be announced.
How long is the program?

The course takes 1 month to complete. Career Development Experiences will last for roughly 2 to 3 months, depending on the partner institution.
How often do the cohorts run?

Once a year starting in May.
How much time do I need to commit per week?

The course would require a commitment of 5 - 10 hours/week. The Career Development Experience time commitment varies depending on the partner institution but is likely 10 - 15 hours per week.
How many students do you take per cohort?

10 to 20 students per cohort.
What is the criteria of selection for participants?

Enthusiasm/capacity to commit is more important than anything else.
What is the deadline for applications?

March 31, 2025, at 11:59pm EST.

2024 Xplore Program Highlights

The inaugural cohort of the Xplore Program ran from June to August of 2024. Here's what our fellows had to say.

LongX brought me closer to the longevity community, filled my knowledge gaps, and helped me speak the same language as longevity professionals.

Vladyslava

LongX has completely shifted how I think and work. The program helped sharpen my focus and connect my studies to real-world applications in the field.

Muhammad

LongX helped me advance my brain health projects, giving me knowledge, support, and friendships to grow my expertise and drive youth engagement in aging research.

Elena

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Fellows joined the program from the United States to Germany to India

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Of our fellows benefited from chatting with experts and strengthened their network

90%

Of our fellows felt they had a stronger understanding of the longevity sector after the program

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Months of dedicated programming with 1:1 mentorship throughout