Your longevity team for active support

The team behind 121.000 consists of entrepreneurs, scientific experts and doctors who bring together international experiences and integrate the knowledge of globally recognized research.

This diversity of experience and the wide range of expertise create a synergy that enables us to develop innovative solutions for your health and longevity goals.

We are proud to have a team that covers key areas of medicine, psychology, and nutrition science, providing you with a comprehensive and holistic approach to a long and healthy life.

We live longevity... and apply the principles we advocate professionally in our own lives.

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Dr. Valentina Bänninger

Founder, Medical Advisor, Resident Biohacker, and Longevity Path Finder

Valentina, co-founder of 121.000, completed her training as a dermatologist at the University Hospital Basel under the guidance of Professor Peter Itin, as well as at the University Hospitals in Zurich and Freiburg im Breisgau. Over the past five years, she has focused intensely on dermatosurgery and aesthetic dermatology. As the Resident Biohacker and Longevity Path Finder at 121.000, she brings her extensive expertise to develop innovative prevention strategies based on the latest findings in epigenetics. Valentina is convinced that a comprehensive, holistic approach promotes both skin and overall health in the long term.

Languages:

  • German
  • English
  • Italian
  • French
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Longevity means giving more awareness to my hours, my days, and my weeks. It signifies mindfulness in how I interact with myself, my body, and my environment. The possibility to avert diseases through preventive, primarily behavior-based measures before they arise expands my horizon of autonomy and self-responsibility, as well as for my clients and patients.

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Michael Appenzeller

Founder, Resident Biohacker, and Longevity Path Finder

Michael, co-founder of 121.000, is a successful Swiss entrepreneur who has built several companies in the financial industry. With his extensive experience as co-founder and chairman of the skin center sweet skin, as well as being a lifelong endurance athlete, yoga practitioner, and professional pilot, he significantly contributes to the vision and philosophy of 121.000. As a Resident Biohacker and Longevity Path Finder, he is personally passionate about the results of ultra-personalized longevity and professionally dedicated to opening new dimensions of healthy longevity for our clients.

Languages:

  • German
  • English
  • French
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For me, longevity means doing everything I can to keep my body, mind, and soul healthy, maximally efficient, and in harmony with nature for as long as possible. I have been intensively involved in sports, nutrition, and mental work for over three decades. It was groundbreaking new findings from science and my own experience in applying them that convinced me that as many people as possible should benefit from them.

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M.D. Dilara (Delia) Karlen

Master of Advanced Studies in Human Nutrition and Health

Delia earned her medical degree from the State Medical University in Baku, Azerbaijan, and gained practical experience in general traumatology and microsurgery. In addition to her medical training, she has extensive experience in change management and risk assessment, acquired in leadership positions at global companies. Recently, Delia completed a Master of Advanced Studies in Human Nutrition and Health from ETH Zurich, further deepening her knowledge in nutrition and prevention. At 121.000, she uses her diverse skills to develop preventive and personalized health strategies based on the latest epigenetic findings. Delia is convinced that integrating nutrition and lifestyle changes is essential for promoting longevity.

Languages:

  • English
  • German
  • Azerbaijani
  • Russian
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Longevity represents a fulfilling, purposeful life in good health and meaningful relationships. It's about maximizing a person's quality of life and making the most of each day. I see longevity as a living philosophy of a healthy body, mind, and spirit.

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Elzbieta (Eli) Kus

Psychologist, Nutritionist, SGfB Counselor, and ASCA-Accredited Therapist

Eli is an experienced nutritionist and psychologist with a wide range of skills and qualifications. She is a federally licensed nutritionist, SGfB counselor, ASCA-accredited therapist, and brings extensive expertise in nutritional counseling, psychological counseling, health consulting, and coaching to the team at 121.000. With a Master's degree in psychology from the University of Roehampton in London and comprehensive training in Rapid Transformational Therapy, as well as a degree in nutrition, Eli possesses the holistic background necessary for tailored counseling and the development of longevity plans for our clients. At 121.000, Eli also leverages her diverse experiences with highly personalized solutions to optimize the cognitive, emotional, and overall performance of her clients.

Languages:

  • English
  • Polish
  • German
  • French
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Longevity is more than a mere concept of living longer; it’s a lifestyle. It involves deliberate choices aimed at unlocking and sustaining our inherent potential. Diving into the latest scientific discoveries and guiding people to implement the optimal measures and behaviors for a healthier, longer life is deeply rewarding.

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Priscila Giacomo Fassini, PhD

Scientific Advisor and Nutrition Specialist

Priscila brings extensive expertise in nutritional sciences and metabolism research to 121.000 as a professor in clinical nutrition. She holds a PhD in sciences and has extensive postdoctoral research experience at renowned institutions such as Harvard Medical School and the University of São Paulo. Priscila has published numerous studies focusing on nutrition, energy expenditure, and metabolism. She is renowned for her work in improving quality of life through personalized nutritional strategies, which she incorporates into her role at 121.000 to shape and develop individual longevity journeys. Her passion for preventive medicine and healthy nutrition makes her a valued resource for our team and our clients.

Languages: 

  • Englisch
  • Portuguese
  • Italian
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Longevity to me is more than just lifespan; it encompasses healthspan, which promotes additional healthy years of life. This involves extending the number of years during which a person can enjoy good health. Collaborating as a scientific advisor to explore evidence-based research in longevity is a field of specific interest and passion for me, both professionally and personally.

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Sabrina Appenzeller

Head of Marketing

Sabrina brings her extensive international experience in marketing and communications to 121.000. As an avid diver and nature lover, Sabrina integrates her love for nature and the oceans into sustainable marketing strategies, reflecting our holistic principles that view humans and the environment as one. She lives by the principle that a conscious approach to oneself and one's environment, as well as a sustainable relationship with nature, is the foundation for a fulfilling and long life.

Languages: 

  • German
  • English
  • French
  • Italian
  • Spanish
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Longevity means to me leading a life that is not only long but also meaningful and connected to nature.

For me, sustainability is the key to this. It means strengthening body, mind, and soul sustainably and acting with respect and mindfulness towards nature and oneself. The foundation of my personal longevity path is making conscious decisions that consider both my own well-being and that of our environment.

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