Gerontology

The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) -- the country's largest interdisciplinary organization devoted to the field of aging -- is proud to acknowledge the work of 20 outstanding individuals through its prestigious awards program.…

Yes, say researchers, though it's not as critical as pro-social behaviors like compassion and empathyCredit: UC San Diego Health Sciences Wisdom has gained increasing interest among researchers over the last few decades as a…

In addition, two new Nathan Shock Centers fundedCredit: AFAR/NSC NEW YORK -- The American Federation for Aging Research (AFAR), has received a renewal award for up to $2 million over five years from the National Institute on Aging…

Deep Longevity and Longenesis to partner on consent management integration and federated learning method developmentCredit: Deep Longevity Limited (23 October 2020, Hong Kong) -- Regent Pacific Group Limited ("Regent Pacific" or the…

The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) and the Journalists Network on Generations are welcoming 15 distinguished reporters for the next cohort of the Journalists in Aging Fellows Program, now in its 11th year. They represent a wide…

Credit: Tim Betler/UPMC EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE UNTIL 7 A.M. ET, THURSDAY, OCT. 22, 2020 PITTSBURGH, Oct. 22, 2020 - A metabolite produced following consumption of dietary soy may decrease a key risk factor for dementia--with the…

Researchers have found that a class of commonly-used heart drugs may also improve patients' responses to anti-cancer immunotherapies called PD(L)1 inhibitors, according to preliminary findings to be presented at the 32th EORTC-NCI-AACR…

While FDA-approved technique is used to treat other medical conditions, this study examines its effects on cognitive functionCredit: Image courtesy of Ricardo Carrasco III of Keck Medicine of USC LOS ANGELES -- An estimated…

Results from a new study published in Alzheimer's & Dementia support emerging evidence suggesting that noise may influence individuals' risk of developing dementia later in life. Researchers studied 5,227 participants of the Chicago…

Programmes to reduce dementia risk by targeting smoking, high blood pressure and hearing loss are likely to be cost-effective and cost saving by reducing dementia rates by 8.5%, finds a new study by UCL and LSE researchers. The modelling…

Air pollution was significantly associated with an increased risk of hospital admissions for several neurological disorders, including Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, and other dementias, in a large, long-term study of US adults…

Researchers recommend clinical trials to assess non-invasive ventilation for cancer, dementia patients near end of life More research is needed before a less invasive form of ventilation is used near the end of life for patients who have…

With FRAX fracture risk calculations down by 58% in April 2020 alone, it is estimated that within a 3-month period, more than 0.5 million patients have been excluded from risk assessment -- and many from necessary treatment for…

Credit: Sheila Davis/UPMC PITTSBURGH, Oct. 19, 2020 - Older people who report greater levels of social engagement have more robust gray matter in regions of the brain relevant in dementia, according to new research led by scientists at the…

Credit: Colorado State University It's generally accepted health advice that adults of all ages should sit less, move more, and engage in regular exercise to feel better and reduce the risk of chronic diseases. However, when it…

Premature aging in people with HIV is now recognized as a new, significant public health challenge. Accumulating evidence shows that people with HIV who are between 45 to 60 years old develop characteristics typically observed in people…

Electrical stimulation of pelvic floor nerves may re-establish strengthCredit: University of Houston A University of Houston researcher is working to reverse pelvic floor dysfunction which can result in urinary incontinence, a…

Insilico partners with Taisho Pharmaceutical on end-to-end AI-powered senolytic drug discovery. Leading Japanese pharmaceutical company to engage Insilico Medicine on research partnership in the discovery of novel moleculesCredit: Insilico…

The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) invites all journalists to attend its 2020 Annual Scientific Meeting Online -- the country's largest interdisciplinary conference in the field of aging -- from November 4 to 7. Media…

The protein works in bladder and urinary tract cells to detect bladder fullness; understanding its mechanism may lead to needed treatments. LA JOLLA, CA--A team co-led by scientists at Scripps Research has found that the main sensor…