Yohai Shavit

Dr. Yohai Shavit is an Israeli researcher and the director of research at the Stanford Longevity Center in the United States. At 41, he combines his academic background in psychology and gerontology to explore how lifestyle choices and social interactions contribute to longevity. Notably, his personal life is intertwined with his research, as he draws inspiration from his 97-year-old Yemeni grandmother, who exemplifies the principles of healthy aging. Recently, he has been in the news for advocating that longevity is not solely determined by genetics, but significantly influenced by lifestyle, community, and the pursuit of lifelong learning.