the klotho conference
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Two Days Exploring the Science and Future of Klotho
Klotho Conference 2026 brings together leading researchers, physicians and biotechnology innovators for two days of scientific presentations, discussion and collaboration.
DAY 1
Discovery, Biology & Therapeutic Development
September 18
September 18
DAY 2
Translation, Emerging Applications & What's Next
September 19
September 19
Daily Agenda
The Klotho Conference 2026 Day 1 - Sep 18th
Discovery, Biology & Therapeutic Development
Note: All times listed are in EDT (Eastern Daylight Time).
9:00 am - 9:30 am
Welcome Reception
9:30 am - 10:00 am
Introductions from Healthy Longevity Clinic and Klothea BIO
10:00 am - 10:30 am
Alpha-Klotho regulation of muscle health and function – Dr. Steven S. Welc
10:35 am - 11:05 am
Klotho and cancer – Dr. Hagai Ligumsky (Virtual)
11:10 am - 11:40 am
Klotho KL-VS and Aging Phenotypes – Dr. Ira Frahmand
11:45 am - 1:00 pm
Lunch break
1:05 pm - 1:35 pm
What does Klotho do in the brain? – Dr. Gwendalyn King
1:45 pm - 2:45 pm
Keynote Speaker: Chronic Kidney Disease & Aging: Phosphate Connection – Dr. Makoto Kuro-O
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Klotho and Phosphate – Dr. Christian Faul
3:35 pm - 4:10 pm
Presenting A HUMAN CASE STUDY using Klotho mRNA – Petr Sramek
4:25 pm - 4:55 pm
Klotho Delivery with Mesenchymal Stem Cells – Dr. Manfred Stangl
5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Klotho Mini Circle – Mac Davis
5:35 pm - 6:05 pm
Klotho 101 for Women’s Health – Alexis and Kymberley McClay, Naven BIO
6:10 pm - 7:00 pm
Healthy Longevity Clinic Welcome Reception
An evening of conversation and connection bringing together conference speakers, attendees, and members of the longevity community.
The Klotho Conference 2026 Day 2 - Sep 19th
Translation, Emerging Applications & What's Next
Note: All times listed are in EDT (Eastern Daylight Time).
9:00 am - 9:30 am
Coffee and introductions
9:30 am - 10:00 am
Use of Cell-in-a-Box encapsulated HEK293 cells to continuously produce the anti-aging protein Klotho – Dr. Walter Gunzburg (Virtual)
10:10 am - 10:40 am
Extending lifespan, physical well-being, and neurological resilience with Klotho – Dr. Miguel Chillon
10:45 am - 11:15 am
Klotho as a topical agent – Dr. Gail Humble
11:15 am - 11:30 am
Coffee break
11:30 am - 12:00 pm
Devices for endogenous Klotho stimulation and results – Howard Leonhardt
12:05 pm - 12:35 pm
Klotho-Up study results for Xprize Healthspan – Dr. Leslie Miller
12:40 pm - 2:00 pm
Lunch break
2:15 pm - 3:00 pm
My Klotho journey – from basic research to the clinic – Dr. Carmela Abraham
3:15 pm - 4:15 pm
The DEATH SPIRAL We Call Aging – CEO, Klothea BIO, Agustin Fernandez III
4:30 pm - 5:25 pm
Fireside Chat with Dr. George Shapiro (ZEO Scientifix), Agustin Fernandez along with Q/A
5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Closing Remarks from Uberto Mondolfi from Healthy Longevity Clinic
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Closing Night Networking Gala
Join us on the rooftop for an unforgettable night under the Miami sky. Enjoy one final opportunity to connect with the people shaping what comes next.
Join us on September 18-19, 2026
The second annual Klotho conference will bring together leading scientists, drug developers, clinicians, thought leaders, analysts and investors to foster vibrant discussions and debate on the future of Klotho-based therapies and diagnostics.