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Jul 22, 2026

Biohacker Bryan Johnson Claims to Have Created Stem Cell Clone to Grow Replacement Organs

Tech entrepreneur and anti-aging advocate Bryan Johnson announced he has created what he describes as a 'newborn' version of himself using stem cells, with the goal of growing replacement organs after being diagnosed with autoimmune gastritis. The controversial experiment represents his latest effort in his 'Don't Die' longevity campaign.

Jul 22, 20263 sources

Top claims

▪Induced pluripotent stem cells can theoretically develop into specialized cells, including neurons, heart cells, and retinal cells
▪Bryan Johnson was diagnosed with autoimmune gastritis, an incurable chronic condition where the immune system attacks stomach lining cells
▪Bryan Johnson acquired his wealth by selling his digital payments company, Braintree, to PayPal in 2013 for $800 million

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Autoimmune disease1 Bioethics1 Biohacking & optimization1 Drug Approval and Clinical Trials1 Drug Policy, Pricing & Approval1 Lifestyle, Wellness and Nutrition1 Longevity & aging1 Longevity & biohacking1 Organ markets1 Regenerative medicine1

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