On September 18th, Google's CEO
+Larry Page announced a new company called Calico. This company will focus on health and well-being, in particular the challenge of aging and associated diseases (You can read his announcement in this Google+ post below). I definitely have had my share of complaints about the company but this is exactly why, all-in-all, I love Google; the people there don't limit themselves to only do what they are expected to do and they aim
BIG. A little
tikkun olam to start off the new year from the technology giant.
We all are aware of how devastating age-related diseases can be. Not just for the afflicted but for the families as well. It's absolutely horrible to watch those you love wasting away or stare at you blankly because they don't remember who you are, etc. I'm absolutely elated to see the technology giant investing its technological and financial weight behind such a noble cause.
Kol Hakovod!
UPDATE: Time Magazine has an
article on the subject
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