S. Jay Olshansky

Emeritus Professor of Epidemiology, School of Public Health; Division of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of Illinois at Chicago

S. Jay Olshansky, PhD, is one of the world’s leading scientists on longevity and aging, and a pioneer in understanding how longer lives are reshaping society, culture and the global economy. As the founder of biodemography and originator of the “longevity dividend,” his work explores not just how long we live, but how well we live — and what that means for industries built around identity, lifestyle and consumption.

Olshansky’s research has challenged conventional thinking on life expectancy and helped define the emerging field of geroscience, offering a clearer picture of the opportunities and limits of human longevity. His insights are increasingly relevant for brands navigating a world in which consumers are living longer, redefining age and demanding products that support health, vitality and purpose across decades.