aging

Mathematics and biology come together in interdisciplinary research effort

Lorraine Evangelista, professor and interim associate dean of Academic & Student Affairs in the Sue & Bill Gross School of Nursing, was awarded an exploratory/developmental research grant by the National Institutes of Health/National Institute on Aging (R21AG053162) for her study entitled, “Fitness Intensive Therapy (Get FIT) to Promote Healthy Living in Older Adults.” The award […]

Crucial gene gains new life after molecular brake is lifted

Researchers hope to develop brain imaging tools for pre-symptomatic diagnosis

Genetically engineered model could boost anti-dementia drug research

Alzheimer’s conference co-hosted by UCI will tackle such sensitive subjects as intimacy, elder abuse, driving risks and end-of-life options

UCI-led study shows low-calorie diet may help keep body young

Anthropologist explores how avatars create a Second Life free from Parkinson’s and other impairments

Claudia Kawas turns the study of the disease on its head, leading other researchers to change their assumptions

Susan Charles, UCI professor of psychology & social behavior and nursing science, is part of a team of researchers recently awarded $2.4 million from the National Institute on Aging to study how social interaction improves the health of older adults. Participants will use wearable electronic devices and cellphone apps to monitor their physical activity and social interactions in […]