The Biomedical Research & Longevity Society (BRLS), formerly the Life Extension Foundation (LEF), is a 501(c)(4) non-profit organization founded in 1977 that funds scientific research and educatio
n in cryobiology, interventive gerontology, and cryonics to extend human healthspan and lifespan. Based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, BRLS provides grants to specialized research institutions that conduct studies on the preservation, storage, and restoration of biological tissue, particularly through cryonic means.
