Congratulations Professor David Sinclair AO, PhD on being the recipient of the 2025 Global Australian Award recognised for his ext...

Congratulations Professor David Sinclair AO, PhD on being the recipient of the 2025 Global Australian Award recognised for his extraordinary impact on biomedical science and global leadership in ageing and longevity. Born and educated in Sydney, Australia, he completed his Bachelor of Science (Honours) and PhD in Molecular Genetics at the University of New South Wales, before relocating to the United States as a postdoctoral researcher at MIT. Now based at Harvard Medical School, Professor Sinclair serves as a Professor in the Department of Genetics, where his pioneering discoveries have redefined the biology of ageing. His work on genes and molecular pathways that slow the ageing process — including sirtuins, NAD⁺ metabolism and epigenetic reprogramming — has opened new frontiers in understanding healthspan and lifespan, with profound implications for the prevention and treatment of age-related disease. Beyond academia, Professor Sinclair is a prolific entrepreneur, having co-founded multiple biotechnology companies dedicated to translating ageing science into therapies for metabolic, neurodegenerative and cardiovascular diseases. A passionate advocate for science education and public engagement, he is the author of the international bestseller Lifespan: Why We Age — and Why We Don’t Have To, and co-host of the widely acclaimed Lifespan podcast, which brings cutting-edge scientific insights to millions of people worldwide. Professor Sinclair’s contributions have been recognised with numerous international honours, including being named by TIME magazine as one of the 100 Most Influential People in the World and one of the Top 50 People in Healthcare. Professor David Sinclair AO exemplifies Australian excellence on the global stage. Through groundbreaking scientific discovery, entrepreneurial leadership and an unparalleled commitment to public education, he has transformed how the world understands ageing and health. His work continues to shape global research, innovation and healthcare outcomes, demonstrating how Australian ingenuity can deliver lasting benefits worldwide. Congratulations David on your incredibly inspiring career and work in biomedical science.