Budapest conference explores realistic paths to longer, healthier lives

The Bosch × Richter Innovators Day convened in Budapest examined longevity through a pragmatic lens, linking medical advances, digital tools and human relationships. Organisers noted the symbolic coincidence of the founders' shared birthday, though the exact date was not specified. A representative poll of more than 1,700 Hungarian adults showed that participants value health and economic security above all, with strong emphasis on loving family and friends, while identifying money problems, stress and disease as key obstacles.

Presentations covered personalized drugs, AI applications, humanoid assistants and safe mobility solutions, illustrating how technology can aid early diagnosis and reduce daily burdens. Speakers such as Al Ghaoui Hesna and Prof. Dr. Greiner István argued that longevity is not just a biological goal but also depends on resilience and social support. The consensus was that innovation should first address known health challenges and preserve human connections.