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Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.1104 igad104.1104 Abstracts Session 3325 (Symposium) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 CAREER COMPETENCE IN LATE LIFE WORK Holley Lyn University of Nebraska Omaha, Omaha, Nebraska, United States 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 331331 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract Career Competence in Late Life Work For most professionals, ageing manifests gradually - perhaps a practically imperceptible "slowing" of thought occurs sooner and sooner in the semester, perhaps a stiffness in joints or dozens of other cues from our gerontology lectures and texts; "natural" phenomena that signal we should be thinking of retirement. Self perceptions accumulate, their weight discouraging attempts to continue to teach energetically and creatively. Post-docs, pre-tenure faculty, and financially-challenged Deans withdraw, and the "voice in your head" agrees you are not what you were and should turn to figuring out how you can best spend the next ten to thirty years as your connectedness and career competence continue to dwindle. Meanwhile, the need for experienced faculty expands, and support to fund unemployed older adults edges nearer to financial collapse. A review of the literature on these phenomena suggests that excising the embedded ageist stereotypes is likely to unleash and focus energy on continuing to learn and contribute to society. Many colleges already have begun to provide support for late life learning, and to design opportunities for retirees and other older adults to contribute to the higher learning enterprise that enhance rather than shrink available "slots", and expand capacity for research and education. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.1476 igad104.1476 Abstracts Session 4115 (Symposium) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 EXAMINING A PERSON-CENTERED MODEL OF COMMUNITY SUPERVISION FOR OLDER ADULTS Helmly Victoria Georgia State University, Atlanta, Georgia, United States 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 448449 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract Though research in aging and the criminal legal system is growing, there is still limited data on how the carceral system impacts this population. In this presentation, I will discuss my dissertation research on older adults on parole and probation (community supervision). This qualitative research study examines both the experiences of older adults under community supervision and the experiences of the officers who supervise this population. This data is collected through semi-structured interviews with community supervision officers and older adults under supervision. In addition to learning about the unique experiences of older adults impacted by the criminal legal system, this research aims to better understand a "person-centered model of community supervision" in the Southeastern United States. The interviews inquire about how this model is implemented, perceived, and understood by the participants. This research aims to inform policy and practice of community supervision and stimulate additional research in this area. In this presentation, I will discuss the study's relevance to Gerontology, the research methodology, and the findings from the participant interviews. I will also discuss how this research can inform practice and future studies. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.1357 igad104.1357 Abstracts Session 3575 (Award Lecture) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 CALORIC RESTRICTION AND AGING: FROM CALORIES TO FASTING Times de Cabo Rafael National Institute on Aging, National Institutes of Health, Baltimore, Maryland, United States 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 411411 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract The caloric content and manipulations of nutrient composition have defined our research focus over decades, leading to the formulation of ideal diets and supplements for every phase of life. In the last few years, the control of meal size, frequency, and timing have become a powerful strategy to ameliorate and postpone disease onset and delay aging. Emerging evidence highlights the importance of prolonged fasting periods for the health and survival benefits of calorie restriction (CR) and time-restricted feeding (TRF) across multiple species. Furthermore, there is new evidence of the potential combinatorial use of these dietary interventions with established therapeutical approaches to enhance outcomes, particularly in anticancer treatments. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.1150 igad104.1150 Abstracts Session 3370 (Symposium) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 EFFECTS OF COVID-19 PANDEMIC ON OLDER WORKERS' LABOR MARKET AND RETIREMENT DECISIONS Radpour Siavash Stockton University, Galloway, New Jersey, United States 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 345345 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract Several studies have documented the increase in retirement since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. I contribute to this literature by answering two key questions that show the pandemic excess retirement is caused primarily by demand-side factors: first, using the monthly Current Population Survey (CPS) data on employment and retirement of older workers and CPS's panel structure, I explore if older workers left their jobs and the labor force voluntarily as a part of "the great resignation". I find that very few workers quit their jobs voluntarily, and most retirements were preceded by involuntary job loss and unemployment. Second, using the Health and Retirement Study (HRS) with its rich data on wealth, employment, and the special Covid-19 related questions included in 2020 HRS (Wave 15), I examine if older workers who experienced job loss during the pandemic retired because they were financially prepared for retirement. I find that among the small group of older workers who quit their jobs because of the pandemic, the majority did not have adequate retirement assets and their decision is more likely to be based on their health status and vulnerability during the pandemic. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.1214 igad104.1214 Abstracts Session 3430 (Award Lecture) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 IN THEIR OWN WORDS - HOW STUDENT RESPONSES TO OPEN-ENDED QUESTIONS CAN IMPROVE GERONTOLOGY EDUCATION Sadeq Nasreen University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida, United States 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 365366 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract In gerontology education, we know that there are many benefits to assigning students open-ended questions. They allow students to think more critically and can lead to a better understanding of course concepts. Student responses can also help us identify gerontology topics that are not well understood or need reinforcement, as well as topics that can generate interesting in-class discussions. Examining students' answers can help us fill the gaps in current gerontology education and improve our teaching practices. In this lecture, I will share how I have used content analysis to examine students' responses from several assignments, and how I have modified lectures and assignments in response. In addition, I will share how I have added some of these assignments to our general education gerontology courses to help students challenge ageist beliefs and acquire an appreciation for gerontology. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.1362 igad104.1362 Abstracts Session 4000 (Symposium) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 LGBTQ AGING PARADOX: NEEDING WHILE AVOIDING LONG-TERM SERVICES AND SUPPORTS Moone Rajean University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 412412 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract A growing body of literature recognizes the significant health disparities experienced by sexual and gender minority (SGM) older adults including higher rates of chronic conditions, mental illness, and disabilities in comparison to their peers. Simultaneously SGM older adults are more likely to age alone and not have a friend or family caregiver to provide support. At the same time SGM older adults express hesitation and fear in accessing formal long term services and supports (LTSS). One study of trans older adults noted that suicide was a preferred option to a nursing home. This paper will outline a complex paradox: Many SGM older adults (1) experience significant health disparities which may require additional support; (2) lack informal support thus needing to rely on formal LTSS; and (3) avoid formal services due in large part to fear of discrimination and poor treatment. Opportunities to mitigate the paradox through education and awareness as well as implications for policy and research will be discussed. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.1620 igad104.1620 Abstracts Session 4270 (Award Lecture) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 THE M. POWELL LAWTON AWARD LECTURE AND PRESENTATION Washington Tiffany Chair 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 493493 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract The M. Powell Lawton Award Lecture will feature an address by the 2022 recipient Jon Pynoos, PhD, FGSA, FAGHE, of the University of Southern California. This session will also include the presentation of the 2023 M. Powell Lawton Award to recipient. The M. Powell Lawton Award is presented annually to an individual who has made outstanding contributions from applied research that has benefited older people and their care. The Lawton Award is generously funded by the Polisher Research Institute of Abramson Senior Care. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.0663 igad104.0663 Abstracts Session 2270 (Symposium) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 PEER REVIEW PROCESS OF CAREER DEVELOPMENT AWARDS (K) APPLICATIONS AT NIA Gianina Dumitrescu Ramona National Institute on Aging, Bethesda, Maryland, United States Nakhai Bita National Institute on Aging NIA), National Institute of Health (NIH), Bethesda, Maryland, United States 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 201201 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract In this presentation, Dr. Dumitrescu will take you behind the scenes of what occurs in a peer review meeting of career development award (K) applications at NIA. Some of the mechanics of the peer review process will be discussed, including composition of study groups, general timelines, and how the results of the peer review process are communicated to applicants via Summary Statements. Attendees will understand how reviewers evaluate the 5 core domains that generate a final impact score, including the: 1) candidate's qualifications; 2) the career development plan and career goals & objectives; 3) research plan; 4) mentor(s), collaborators & consultants; and 5) institutional environment & commitment to the candidate. Dr. Dumitrescu will help to de-mystify the peer review process in order help applicants leverage their respective applications for maximum success. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.1423 igad104.1423 Abstracts Session 4065 (Biological Sciences Invited Symposium) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 COMPARATIVE TRANSCRIPTOMIC OF LONGEVITY Gorbunova Vera Chair 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 432432 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract Transcriptome analysis provides a nuanced view into the changes that occur in cells and tissues. Transcriptome changes rapidly and reproducibly in response to physiological influences and environmental insults. Recent years have seen an exponential increase in transcriptome data at bulk, single cell and spatial resolution that allows insights into the mechanisms and regulatory pathways of aging and longevity. In this session Drs. Gorbunova (University of Rochester) and Gladyshev (Harvard Medical School) will discuss comparative transcriptomics of longevity across species with diverse lifespans that revealed unique signatures of longevity and the integration of transcriptome and proteome data. Dr. Gladyshev will discuss development of transcriptomic clocks of measuring biological aging. Dr. Artyomov will discuss single-cell resolution approaches to reveal aspects of immune aging in humans, and Dr. Palovics will present the use of transcriptomics to understand rejuvenating effects of heterochronic parabiosis. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.1785 igad104.1785 Abstracts Session 4445 (Symposium) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 IMPLEMENTING GRIEF SERVICES FOR OLDER ADULTS: TRANSLATING SURVEY FINDINGS INTO TARGETED PROGRAMMING Weiskittle Rachel University of Colorado Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 543544 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract This presentation will identify and describe the team's ongoing efforts in actuating the Implementation phase of the EPIS Framework. Evidence-based strategies include formulating a multidisciplinary implementation team, organizing purveyor and intermediary support, and developing a Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) plan. We will highlight the ways in which survey findings were disseminated to the general public and organizational leaders, such as presenting result summaries at city council meetings and in local newspaper articles. The challenges of negotiating survey findings into cohesive program implementation will be discussed, as well as management strategies towards age-related gaps in the implementation process that had not been identified previously. Recent program launches and the ways in which survey results directly informed their delivery will also be reviewed, namely, a free educational guest-speaker event for which over 700 community members attended and a grief-support holiday vigil hosted at a local long-term care facility. This presentation will also review considerations for the project's next steps as it continues to hone its program delivery parameters and eventually enters into the last EPIS phase, Sustainment. Specific foci will include deciding the long-term methods of quality assurance evaluation and program adaptations to revolving community bereavement needs. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.1779 igad104.1779 Abstracts Session 4440 (Symposium) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 DISCUSSING THE FUTURE FOLLOWING A DIAGNOSIS OF DEMENTIA. FINDINGS FROM THE PREPARED STUDY (ENGLAND) Dixon Josie London School of Economics and Political Science, London, England, United Kingdom 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 542542 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract The PrepareD study (England) adopts a relational autonomy perspective to examine the various conversations that people with dementia and their families have about the future, with each other and with health and care providers, in the year following a dementia diagnosis. We present survey data gathered from a large cohort of 900 people in England who have been recently diagnosed with dementia and their caregivers about informal conversations about the future and advance care planning conversations with health and care providers. We also present findings from in-depth qualitative research with 30 of these respondents, a purposively selected mix of people with dementia and caregivers. Findings from the qualitative research cover how people with dementia and family members interact; the objectives, hopes and expectations they have for their conversations; and how input from professionals and wider social influences shape these interactions. We use findings from the study to reflect on what effective support for informal conversations between people newly diagnosed with dementia and their families about future care could look like and how, and by whom, it could be provided. We also aim to identify theoretical models of relational autonomy that could be useful for developing these approaches further. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.0810 igad104.0810 Abstracts Session 3015 (Symposium) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 INFLUENCES OF CULTURAL VALUES ON THE INDIGENOUS DEMENTIA CAREGIVERS' EXPERIENCE Kim Steffi Chair Lewis Jordan Co-Chair 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 246246 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract This symposium will outline and discuss the unique circumstances and challenges of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islander dementia caregivers. Dementia is one of the top causes of death worldwide, with Alzheimer's disease currently being the ninth leading cause of death among American Indian and Alaska Native people (AI/AN). One in three American Indians and Alaska Natives over 65 will receive a dementia diagnosis in the next 25 years. Yet, we know very little about caregivers' experiences in these communities. Presenters will present on how cultural influences shape caregiver's experiences within American and Alaska Native, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders. The second presenter will discuss the need for culturally safe dementia caregiver resources based on recommendations from Alaska Native caregivers. The third presenter will examine decision-making processes of dementia caregiver involved in the use of governmental and tribal dementia care resources within the ONEIDA Nation to improve utilization of existing services. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.2479 igad104.2479 Abstracts Session 7370 (Poster) Biology of Aging AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 ALTERED GENE EXPRESSION PROFILE OF AGING BONE MARROW MESENCHYMAL STEM CELLS Su Yun Augusta University, Augusta, Georgia, United States Chen Jie Augusta University, Augusta, Georgia, United States Isales Carlos Augusta University, Augusta, Georgia, United States Shi Xingming Augusta University, Augusta, Georgia, United States 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 767767 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract Aging is a complex process that affects many physiological systems, including bone metabolism. To gain insight into the molecular mechanisms underlying age-related bone loss, we conducted RNA-seq analysis of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) isolated from the bone marrow of 6-month and 24-month-old C57Bl/6 mice. We identified 5857 differentially expressed genes, out of 19,324 genes, with an absolute fold change greater than 1.4 and FDR q-value less than 0.05. These genes are involved in a variety of biological processes, including metabolism, immune response, and signal transduction. KEGG pathway enrichment analysis revealed 28 significantly enriched pathways, suggesting that multiple pathways contribute to age-related bone loss. Our findings provide a foundation for future studies aimed at elucidating the molecular mechanisms underlying age-related bone loss and identifying potential therapeutic targets for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.3142 igad104.3142 Late Breaking Abstracts Session 9000 (Poster) Late Breaking Poster Session I AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 A META ANALYSIS ON THE ASSOCIATION OF NOVEL PLASMA BIOMARKERS TESTING FOR EARLY DETECTION OF ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE Dunnam Charles Wichita State University, Wichita, Kansas, United States 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 978978 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract The latest research confirms the heterogeneity of Alzheimer's Disease Related Dementia (ADRD). This justifies a meta-analysis study on the association of novel plasma biomarkers with screening assessments for early detection of ADRD. The conceptual framework model will be analyzed from the 2020 edition of the GSA KAER Toolkit with updates. The purpose of the current study is two-fold. First, to determine the need of a universal protocol method for early assessment of ADRD by primary care teams. Second, implementation of Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved novel plasma biomarkers testing as a follow-up protocol to a screening assessment. The two suggested protocols have recently established Medicare coverage. The study will conclude with an extensive review of the known novel plasma biomarkers that are available for testing, at present and a brief overview of available screening assessments for early detection of ADRD. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.0606 igad104.0606 Abstracts Session 2215 (Symposium) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 OPTIMIZING GSA STUDENT CHAPTER NETWORKING ACROSS CAMPUS AND THE WORLD Bouchard Lauren Portland State University, Portland, Oregon, United States 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 183184 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract The Portland State University (PSU) Gerontological Society of America Student Chapter was formed as a new student organization in 2022. Due to student interest and enthusiasm, this chapter was eager to invest in connections within PSU departments (e.g., public health, social work, and urban affairs) across Portland area campuses (e.g., Oregon Health and Science University) and between other student chapters internationally. Initially, this chapter focused on relationships between undergraduate and graduate students invested in aging research and education on PSU's campus. Once a core group was formed, the chapter recruited members across campus, created an Aging 101 Service event to reach all students, and developed connections with professionals in the regional area. With guidance from the faculty advisor, this chapter reached out to the chapter at the University of Porto, the University of Aveiro in Porto, Portugal, to create a dual chapter networking event with colleagues in Portugal. This presentation will explain the chapter networking and provide suggestions to create regional, national, and international connections. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.0503 igad104.0503 Abstracts Session 2110 (Symposium) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 EXPLORING THE LINK BETWEEN SLEEP AND DEMENTIA: MULTIFACETED APPROACHES Petrovsky Darina Chair Luth Elizabeth Co-Chair 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 153153 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract Sleep and sleep quality have been linked to cognitive function over time. The quality of caregiver sleep can also affect their ability to function and provide support to persons living with dementia. This symposium leverages longitudinal survey data from two large US population-based surveys: the National Health and Aging Trends Study (NHATS) and the National Study of Caregiving (NSOC). This symposium aims to explore the relationship between sleep, cognitive function, and care activities for older adults living with and without dementia and their caregivers. First, Dr. Petrovsky will report findings that examined the relationship between caregiver sleep quality and persons living with dementia status using NHATS and NSOC data. Next, Dr. Esiaka will present cross-sectional findings from examining the relationship between older adult sleep quality, neighborhood disorder, and cognitive function using the NHATS data. Drs. Klingman and Sullivan will present the results of an analysis comparing the relationship between sleep and frequent hospitalization in persons living with dementia and those without dementia. Collectively, these papers will report on findings examining how a potentially modifiable factor, sleep, relates to cognitive function and caregiving. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.1246 igad104.1246 Abstracts Session 3465 (Symposium) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 GENDER DIFFERENCES IN INFORMANT REPORTS OF COGNITIVE FUNCTIONING IN MEXICO AND THE US Cantu Phillip UTMB, Galveston, Texas, United States 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 375375 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract Background Increasingly, researchers are attempting to measure cognitive functioning in large population-based surveys using both direct measurement and informant reports, but little work examines how gender affects measurements. For example, the role of gender in the division of labor is different in the U.S. and Mexico so questions relating to household chores will overestimate functional impairment in Mexico relative to the U.S. Method: Data from the U.S. Health and Retirement Study (HRS) and the Mexican Health and Aging Study (MHAS) will be used to examine disparities in how informants report cognitive change, measured by the total Community Screening Instrument for Dementia (CSI'D') score, are related to gender of participants and informants. Result: Female participants in Mexico have higher CSID scores than men but not in the U.S. Conversely, female informants report higher CSID scores than male informants in the U.S. but not in Mexico. Conclusion Further analysis is needed to determine if national differences in the association of gender and reports of cognitive impairment are due to differences in how informants report impairment. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.0578 igad104.0578 Abstracts Session 2190 (Symposium) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 GSA JOURNAL EDITORS PANEL: WHAT HAPPENS AFTER I PRESS SUBMIT? UNDERSTANDING THE JOURNEY OF A MANUSCRIPT Kelley Jessica Chair 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 177177 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract You have finished your great manuscript. Formatted it. Wrote the cover letter. But what happens after you press the "Submit" button? This moderated panel of Editors-in-Chief of five of the GSA journals will talk about all aspects of the review process that lead to a final decision. We will cover topics such as how reviewers are selected, top reasons a manuscript may be rejected without review, and review timetables. We will discuss how Editors use the reviews to make a decision, including how they deal with reviewers who may disagree with each other, or a case where an Editor may disagree with a reviewer. Following the moderated discussion, we will have plenty of time for audience questions. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.1356 igad104.1356 Abstracts Session 3575 (Award Lecture) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 IRVING S. WRIGHT AWARD, VINCENT CRISTOFALO AWARD, AND TERRIE FOX WETLE AWARD PRESENTATIONS AND LECTURES Austad Steven Chair 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 410411 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract The Irving S. Wright Award of Distinction Lecture will feature an address by the 2023 recipient Rafael De Cabo, BS, FGSA of National Institute on Aging, National Institutes of Health. The Vincent Cristofalo Rising Star Award in Aging Research lecture will feature an address by the 2023 recipient Ming Xu, PhD of UConn Health. The Terrie Fox Wetle Award lecture will feature an address by the 2023 recipient Claire Ankunda, MD, MPH. MSc of Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. These awards are given by the American Federation for Aging Research, Inc. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.0939 igad104.0939 Abstracts Session 3150 (Award Lecture) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 BUILDING BRIDGES TO BETTER INTERGENERATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS Shovali Tamar Eckerd College, St. Petersburg, Florida, United States 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 282282 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract Intergenerational relationships are necessary to prepare the workforce for careers in the field of gerontology. Intergenerational interaction and reflection have been shown to result in valuable skills, such as positive attitudes toward older adults, increased knowledge of aging and needs of older adults, genuine relationships with older adults and a greater appreciation for older generations, greater comfort with the idea of themselves aging, and high satisfaction when embedded into course curriculum. Intergenerational contact in the structure of undergraduate courses also has reciprocal benefits, such as recognizing commonalities, building appreciation and trust, and creating a sense of belonging between generations that can be lasting. Building on empirical evidence, an intensive three-week intergenerational relationships course for first year students using intentional integration with general education goals, while also training students in basic understanding of aging is described here. Students collaborated with the college's Academy of Senior Professionals, a unique community of retired older adults engaged in lifelong learning, to develop a college-wide intergenerational event. Considerations, outcomes, and lessons learned will be reviewed. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.0634 igad104.0634 Abstracts Session 2245 (Symposium) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 HOW GERONTOLOGY PROGRAMS ARE MEETING CHALLENGES IN HIGHER EDUCATION Erickson Mary Ann Chair 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 193193 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract Population aging means that gerontology education is increasingly relevant for all students, yet trends in higher education create existential challenges for many gerontology programs, who may not attract robust number of applicants or majors. In this symposium, educators from five different gerontology programs will share their programs' particular challenges as well as a wide variety of strategies they have used to meet these challenges. The first presentation will show how recent losses at Ithaca College, including the Aging Studies major and independent department status, also come with opportunities for collaboration with health science and public health programs. The second presentation will describe the University of North Carolina at Wilmington's approach of combining undergraduate and graduate programs to attract and retain students after being placed on a "low-productivity list" in the not-too-distant past. The third presentation will share how a new Occupational Endorsement Certificate at the University of Alaska Anchorage took the place of the deactivated gerontology minor. Colleagues from the University of Massachusetts Boston will describe their efforts to enhance diversity and grow program enrollment across undergraduate and graduate programs. Finally, the fifth presentation will describe how increased demand for general education courses as well as funding dependent on undergraduate major enrollment created challenges at the University of South Florida. This is a Directors of Aging Centers Interest Group Sponsored Symposium. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.0953 igad104.0953 Abstracts Session 3165 (Symposium) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 PUBLISHING WITH THE INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF AGING AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT Patrick Julie Hicks West Virginia University, Morgantown, West Virginia, United States 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 286286 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract For more than 50 years, under the leadership of four editors and two publishers, The International Journal of Aging and Human Development (IJAHD) has featured multidisciplinary scholarship related to aging processes and older adults. With the publication of eight issues a year and over 1000 pages of scientific content, the IJAHD places emphasis upon psychological and social studies of aging and the aged. However, the Journal also publishes research that integrates observations from other disciplines that illuminate the "human" side of gerontology. A more recent focus includes midlife development, as well. About half (47%) of the publications in the IJAHD are from international colleagues. IJAHD is delighted to support new investigators as they navigate dissemination. This presentation will discuss tips for both international and US-based scholars for ensuring timely reviews and positive decisions for manuscript submissions, including such areas as key words, suggesting unbiased reviewers, formatting, writing mechanics, clearly-articulated methods, and a sound theoretical basis. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.1074 igad104.1074 Abstracts Session 3290 (Symposium) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 HARNESSING NETWORKS IN TRANSLATIONAL GEROSCIENCE RESEARCH Justice Jamie Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 322323 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract Understanding and addressing age-related chronic diseases and disability requires a "root cause" approach: to look beyond the individual diseases to biological aging as the shared driver of multiple conditions. This goal is the foundation of an emerging discipline, geroscience. Geroscience has fostered new research on the basic biology of aging with rapid development of biomarkers of biological age, and therapeutics that target aging biology advancing to clinical trials. This presentation will provide a translational framework for early-career investigators who seek to evaluate biological processes underlying aging, and test promising interventions targeting these processes from animal models to clinical trials. This includes: 1) developing outcomes and biomarker frameworks for aging outcomes trials, and 2) establishing functional consequences of cellular senescence in older adults; and 3) creating opportunities to grow a diverse inter-disciplinary research program in geroscience through professional organizations, scientific networks, and NIA-supported research centers. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.0935 igad104.0935 Abstracts Session 3145 (Award Lecture) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 TRANSCRANIAL ELECTRICAL STIMULATION AS A TOOL TO UNDERSTAND AND ENHANCE MOBILITY IN OLDER ADULTS Manor Brad Hebrew SeniorLife/Harvard Medical School, Amherst, Massachusetts, United States 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 281281 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract Standing and walking are complex cognitive-motor tasks that rely on the function of numerous brain networks. This reliance upon supraspinal elements of the motor control system increases with age and many age-related diseases, especially when an individual must navigate unfamiliar environments and/or simultaneously perform cognitive tasks like talking, reading signs, or making decisions. Noninvasive transcranial electrical stimulation (tES) can safely and selectively induce both acute and longer-term changes in brain network function. It thus enables cause-and-effect study of the motor control system and moreover, holds promise as a therapeutic strategy to counteract disease-related alterations in standing, walking, and mobility. The purpose of this talk is to introduce the fundamentals of tES, describe the effects of tES on the neural control of mobility in older adults, and finally, discuss current limitations and related avenues for future research and development within this rapidly-growing field of study. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.0733 igad104.0733 Abstracts Session 2335 (Biological Sciences Invited Symposium) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 NEURAL STATES ASSOCIATED WITH MOTIVATION AND REWARD MODULATE AGING IN DROSOPHILA Pletcher Scott University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 222222 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract Humans, scientists especially, like to believe that we are in control of our behaviors and that logical, rational thought is the driving force behind them. Even for the most conscious of actions, however, there are serious questions about whether this is true. Economists, for example, are well-versed in the notion that consumer behavior is irrational. Why? Psychologists attribute it to the complex evaluation of internal and external cues, which is often need-based but can be strongly influenced by perceived costs and benefits. Molecular neuroscience has gone a step further in recent years, often using simple model organisms, to provide a well-defined framework for dissecting the causes and consequences of motivated behaviors. Homeostatic needs are as influential in this process as are rewarding experiences, and I will discuss evidence that the neurons, neural circuits, and conserved signaling molecules that influence neural states associated with feeding, mating, danger in flies are also important modulators of healthy aging. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.1903 igad104.1903 Abstracts Session 5025 (Symposium) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 BRIDGING THE PRACTICE-RESEARCH DIVIDE: BUILDING SUCCESSFUL PARTNERSHIPS WITH STATE GOVERNMENT Moone Rajean University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Hakanson Megan UMN School of Public Health, Woodbury, Minnesota, United States Shippee Tetyana University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 581582 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract In 2021 Minnesota implemented systemwide regulatory reform to transform loosely regulated housing with services establishments into licensed assisted living facilities. The new framework aligns assisted living facilities more closely with nursing homes. Today over 2,000 assisted living facilities are licensed in Minnesota ranging in size from two to 377 residents. While considered consensus legislation by consumer and provider groups, small, culturally specific providers were largely absent from negotiations. This absence has resulted in disparities in conforming to new regulatory requirements. The University of Minnesota has partnered with the Minnesota Department of Health to conduct analyses of regulatory inspection surveys. The analysis includes comparisons between small (under 15 residents) and large (over 15 residents) facilities as well as qualitative interviews of licensed directors of assisted living facilities that serve culturally specific communities. This paper focuses on the nature of the partnership between the University and state to organize and obtain survey inspection results and the subsequent development of recommendations to enhance regulatory policy. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.0973 igad104.0973 Abstracts Session 3185 (Symposium) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 HOW TO GET AN NIA GRANT Santora Kenneth NIA, NIH, Bethesda, Maryland, United States 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 292292 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract Dr. Santora will provide an overview of the NIA application process, funding opportunities, and relevant policy changes for early-career researchers. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104 igad104 Full GSA 2023 Abstract Book Pdf AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 Full GSA 2023 Abstract Book PDF 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" NPNP (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.3265 igad104.3265 Late Breaking Abstracts Session 9010 (Poster) Late Breaking Poster Session II AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 ADAPTING TELEHEALTH EVIDENCED BASED PROTOCOLS FOR VETERANS WITH MOOD AND NEUROCOGNITIVE DISORDERS: A CASE STUDY Hosseini Charissa Veterans Health Administration, Alameda, California, United States 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 10161016 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract Aging Veterans with mood and neurocognitive disorders typically have a complex medical and psychiatric presentations leading many providers to exclude them from treatment, expressing that psychotherapy is not appropriate. This form of exclusionary care may decrease help seeking behavior and amplify existing psychological symptoms to an already stigmatized and isolated population. The following case study, outlines a 24-session approach to integrating evidenced based protocols such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Narrative Life Review Therapy via telehealth. The presentation will discuss cultural considerations to take when working with Aging Veterans that have co-occurring mood and cognitive difficulties as well as reflect upon the successes and challenges of providing telehealth with this population. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.1680 igad104.1680 Abstracts Session 4335 (Biological Sciences Invited Symposium) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 DIETARY RESTRICTION AND THE TRANSCRIPTION FACTOR CLOCK DELAY EYE AGING TO EXTEND LIFESPAN IN DROSOPHILA MELANOGASTER Kapahi Pankaj Buck Institute for Research on Aging, Novato, California, United States 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 511512 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract Many vital processes in the eye are under circadian regulation, and circadian dysfunction has emerged as a potential driver of eye aging. Dietary restriction (DR) is one of the most robust lifespan-extending therapies and amplifies circadian rhythms with age. We have previously shown that lifespan extension upon DR requires the presence of circadian clocks for maximal benefits. Herein, we demonstrate that dietary restriction extends lifespan in Drosophila melanogaster by promoting circadian homeostatic processes that protect the visual system from light-associated damage. Altering the positive limb core molecular clock transcription factor, CLOCK, or CLOCK-output genes, accelerates visual senescence, induces a systemic immune response, and shortens lifespan. Flies subjected to dietary restriction are protected from the lifespan-shortening effects of photoreceptor activation. Inversely, photoreceptor inactivation, achieved via mutating rhodopsin or housing flies in constant darkness, primarily extends the lifespan of flies reared on a high-nutrient diet. Our findings establish the eye as a diet-sensitive modulator of lifespan and indicates that vision is an antagonistically pleiotropic process that contributes to organismal aging. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.0470 igad104.0470 Abstracts Session 2080 (Symposium) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 BUILDING STUDENTS' CAREER SKILLS THROUGH AGE-FRIENDLY INTERGENERATIONAL CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES Farah Kimberly Lasell University, Newton, Massachusetts, United States Montepare Joann Lasell University, Newton, Massachusetts, United States Frazier Charlotte Lasell University, Auburndale, Massachusetts, United States 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 144144 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract Changing age demographics are reshaping societies and challenging institutions of higher education to consider how they can respond to age-diverse populations through new approaches to teaching, research, and community engagement. As well, institutions are facing a range of challenges as they look to respond to the contemporary needs of students who will be entering an age-diverse workforce. The pioneering Age-Friendly University (AFU) initiative, endorsed by GSA's Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education (AGHE), offers a framework within which institutions can begin to address these issues through more age-friendly programs, practices, and partnerships. Drawing on the AFU principle that advocates for promoting intergenerational learning, this presentation will describe several intergenerational classroom activities that have been developed to support students' success in the workplace - including mock interview sessions, career roundtable discussions, research mentoring efforts, and Careers in Age Week activities. In addition to showing the value of intergenerational exchange to enhance students' career readiness, these efforts demonstrate how older adults can serve as teaching allies and support the educational mission of higher education. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.0590 igad104.0590 Abstracts Session 2200 (Symposium) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 THE LTSS STATE SCORECARD NATIONAL ADVISORY PANEL Applebaum Robert Miami University, Oxford, Ohio, United States 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 179179 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract Reaching consensus across the field is an important endeavor for a project like the LTSS State Scorecard. Since the Scorecard's inception in 2008, the AARP Public Policy Institute has engaged a broad range of experts, known as the Scorecard National Advisory Panel (NAP). The NAP is drawn from a broad range of expert stakeholders across private and nonprofit organizations, state agencies, researchers, and the federal government. The NAP has informed virtually all aspects of the Scorecard, including indicator selection, scoring methodology, and the framing and messaging of Scorecard findings. This portion of the symposium will feature remarks and analysis from a long-standing NAP member and expert in the field of long-term services and supports. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.1776 igad104.1776 Abstracts Session 4435 (Symposium) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 IT WORKS FOR US: BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN EDUCATION, PRACTICE, AND POLICY IN GERONTOLOGY AT MIAMI UNIVERSITY Kinney Jennifer Miami University, Oxford, Ohio, United States Abbott Katherine Miami University, Oxford, Ohio, United States McLaughlin Sara Miami University, Oxford, Ohio, United States Janssen Leah Miami University, Oxford, Ohio, United States Applebaum Robert Miami University, Oxford, Ohio, United States 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 541541 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract We describe a unique and successful partnership between the Department of Sociology and Gerontology and the Scripps Gerontology Center at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. This partnership concurrently facilitates research that informs aging policy and gerontological training for students. After a brief description of the partnership, examples of current research that contributes to public policy at the federal, state, and local/provider levels are presented, along with students' roles in these efforts. Next, we share factors that contribute to our success (e.g., attracting students from diverse backgrounds, using a shared mentorship model) and challenges (e.g., that research and policy move at different paces). We conclude with a look to the future, specifically, the need to engage students in our academic programs, maintain our long-standing relationships, and build new, cross-organizational ties so that future gerontologists will continue our mission of doing work that positively impacts older people. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.1750 igad104.1750 Abstracts Session 4410 (Symposium) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 EVERY DAY I HAVE THE BLUES Blues Elwood GSA Bo Diddley Track, Joliet, Illinois, United States 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 533533 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract The Blues Brothers are an American blues and soul revivalist band founded in 1978 by comedians Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi as part of a musical sketch on Saturday Night Live. Belushi and Aykroyd fronted the band, in character, respectively, as lead vocalist 'Joliet' Jake Blues and harmonica player/vocalist Elwood Blues, donning black suits with matching fedoras and sunglasses. pmc |
Innov Aging Innov Aging innovateage Innovation in Aging 2399-5300 Oxford University Press US 10.1093/geroni/igad104.0831 igad104.0831 Abstracts Session 3040 (Symposium) AcademicSubjects/SOC02600 BUILDING BRIDGES, CATALYZING RESEARCH, EMPOWERING ALL AGES: A CHAT WITH NIA SENIOR LEADERSHIP Kelley Amy Chair Kelley Amy Discussant 12 2023 21 12 2023 21 12 2023 7 Suppl 1 Program Abstracts from The GSA 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, "Building Bridges > Catalyzing Research > Empowering All Ages" 252252 (c) The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of The Gerontological Society of America. 2023 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License ), which permits unrestricted reuse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Abstract The National Institute on Aging (NIA) at the National Institutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services, is the federally designated lead agency on aging research and supports research to understand the nature of aging and to extend the healthy, active years of life. Over the last decade, NIA's budget has increased substantially. In keeping with NIA's scientific mission, funding includes significant investments in Alzheimer's disease (AD) and AD-related dementias research, as well as in non-AD research. This symposium will provide a forum for exploration of the implications of the NIA budget for the general research community. NIA's senior staff will discuss research priorities and programs supported by the Institute. A question-and-answer session will follow these remarks on current funding and future priorities and research directions of NIA. pmc |
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