The Buck Institute for Research on Aging is a non-profit research institute that focuses on understanding the connection between aging and chronic disease. The institute conducts research in the areas of cancer, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and other age-related diseases. The Buck Institute for Research on Aging is dedicated to extending the healthy years of life and increasing the healthspan of individuals. The institute collaborates with other research institutions, universities, and biotech companies to advance the field of aging research.