Will We Ever HAVE the BIO-TECHNOLOGY to GROW MORE TALLER?

Question

Once the epiphyseal plates of the long bones have closed, further height is considered impossible. Considering that height, or lack thereof, has considerable sociological ramifications, will it be possible to one day "choose" our height? Many of you know that shorter people are on average paid less, date less, and are respected less. A recent study revealed that shorter people may even be less intelligent.

I already know about growth hormone for children, but the maximum height you can gain from it is 3". I'm too old for it as it is.

Can biotechnology, nanotechnology, future medical technology help allieviate this disease to the people it has already inflicted? We already have the "Ilizarov Method," or 'limb lenghtening' method as one form of primative invasive biotechnology.

Recently, an ultrasound device has been developed by scientists to regrow teeth. It may be one day used for people to gain height. Please read the attached link. When do you think this will happen?

http://www.medgadget.com/archives/2006/06/ultrasound_base.html

When will this technology come about? Is transhumanism the only hope?

I already am familiar with the use of Growth Hormone in children, but again, this is still primitive - you can, at best, gain 3 inches which is worthless compared to the $100,000 you'd have to pay.

Is there anyone else doing research on bone regrowth?

Can you send me any links?

Thank you.

Answer 1

As far as I know, your height is determined genetically. Perhaps in the future, the technology you speak of may be utilized, but don't look for it in your lifetime.

Let's get something straight here. Where do you get off saying that short people are inferior in credibility, intelligence or respect? I very much resent that statement, as do other people who are vertically challenged. That is so untrue, and I could cite you tons of examples to the contrary, but space is limited here. People who are too tall also have issues they must contend with. A person's worth is not measured by his or her height, so get rid of your unreasonable prejudice. Most people are of average height, but those who are shorter or taller are still people of integrity. By the way, "more taller" is a double comparative. How intelligent are you, when you can't even use proper grammar??

There was once a man named Ponce de Leon who searched in vain for the fountain of youth. He never did find it. Technology may someday come up with an answer to seemingly impossible genetic disorders. Stem cell research will go a long way to enhance and preserve life. Organ transplants have made it possible for people to live longer and more productive lives. And there are many ways people can enhance their appearances and look younger through advances in dermatology and cosmetic surgery. I guess anything is possible through science and research. But being short is not the worst curse of mankind. Having unreasonable prejudice against shorter individuals could qualify as one, however. Get real!

Answer 2

where the heck do you get your studies from?

Not being tall is a disease? LOL, what virus or bacteria is the cause of that one?

So what is the proper height to be?

What is too short? How tall do I have to be before I am no longer dumb?

Not sure at 5'9" anyone other then a very tall woman would say Im too short.

Answer 3

regrettably the upward thrust your finding for won't be able to take place on your lifetime. there'll be advances in changing DNA interior the destiny. this methodology is accessible now yet human understanding has to alter for it to artwork properly. If technology did hit upon a secure thank you to strengthen up boost, it would be criticized with the help of classic present day drugs for years. save observing the hot advances in technologies, that's coming.

Answer 4

Learning to speak correctly would help you.

And where is the proof that shorter people date less, etc.?? Nowhere.....because it is not true.

Answer 5

wow you have high hopes

Answer 6

Yes.When?I have no idea