Global aging gives us a major challenge and need for holistic models of human and population aging. In this article, the focus is on the latest advancements in AI, machine learning, and particularly how multimodal transformer-based neural networks, can significantly contribute

📢Calling all past/present awardees and potential applicants! Mark your 🗓️ and join us for our annual chat. This is a great opportunity to engage with awardees and hear more about the programs bit.ly/LRPXChat2024 💻#LRPchat #NIHLRP #AcademicChatter

With the F99/K00 award, Ruijia Chen, Sc.D., an #NIAfunded postdoctoral associate at Boston University, can strengthen her #dementia research and access cutting-edge #research methods. Learn how awards advanced her career: go.nia.nih.gov/3WXTw78 #NIAWhereResearchComesOfAge

“If you’re thinking of pursuing a career in aging research, do it! The world needs you. There is so much exciting science happening and at such great speed.” Hear more from NIA staff about why #AgingResearch is the place to be! nia.nih.gov/about/people-b… #NIAWhereResearchComesofAge

Just announced! Dr. Richard J. Hodes, Director of The National Institute on Aging (NIA), is our #GSA2024 keynote speaker! Get ready for an inspiring talk on the future of #AgingResearch this November in Seattle. Register by September 1 for early bird rates. #Gerontology #AgingScience bit.ly/4dsN0fL

Celebrating NIA's 50th anniversary allows us to highlight key #neuroscience breakthroughs and the potential for new discoveries. Explore the #NIABlog for insights on 50 years of progress from NIA’s Division of Neuroscience: go.nia.nih.gov/3Xlorfd #NIAWhereResearchComesOfAge

Explore #OutreachPro, NIA’s online recruitment materials generator, designed to help #Alzheimer’s researchers develop outreach materials for and tested with African American, Hispanic/Latino, Asian American, and Pacific Islander populations. Learn more: outreachpro.nia.nih.gov

Are you an investigator with a background or interest in APOE? Join NIA’s Sept. 5-6 workshop: APOE Genetics as a Major Determinant of Alzheimer’s Disease Pathobiology. Register now: go.nia.nih.gov/4dki5T1 #APOE #Dementia #Alzheimers

There are two types of Lewy body #dementia (#LBD): Dementia with Lewy bodies and Parkinson's disease dementia. While both forms of LBD have similar symptoms, there are differences between both. Watch this video on LBD to learn more: go.nia.nih.gov/3XYRu92

An #NIAfunded study analyzed Medicare.gov claims data and found that #dementia care expenditures were higher for Black and Hispanic people than White beneficiaries. Read more about the #research study: go.nia.nih.gov/3XnDWU0

Join NIA, USAID, & Fogarty at NIH on Sept. 16 for the fireside chat: International Perspectives on Health, Aging, and Longevity. Learn more: go.nia.nih.gov/3MkKCfj #HealthyAgingMonth #Longevity #AgingResearch

Staying socially active and engaging in hobbies as you age can boost mental well-being. Tune in to #HealthyMoments and learn more: niddk.nih.gov/health-informa… #NIDDK #HealthyAging

Excited for the 2024 #HBCUWeek Conference in Philadelphia? Schedule a 1 on 1 meeting with NIA Training Officer Laura Major to chat about #funding opportunities. Email [email protected] to book a slot. See you there!

The number of people over age 65 in the United States living with diabetes is expected to increase rapidly in the coming decades. @BCMHouston’s Dr. Dennis T. Villareal discusses the unique needs of older adults with diabetes on the #DDPblog: niddk.nih.gov/health-informa… #T1D #T2D

September is #HealthyAgingMonth! As you age, it’s normal to notice changes in your vision, like needing more light to read or having trouble seeing up close. Learn more from our friends at The National Institute on Aging (NIA): nia.nih.gov/health/aging-a… #EyeHealthEducation

Last year, the NIH Geroscience Interest Group & NIA hosted the Fourth Summit: Geroscience for the Next Generation. Check out the special journal issue to read about lessons learned & future opportunities. More from the #NIABlog: go.nia.nih.gov/3MxJu8g

Can socks help monitor signs of #HeartFailure? Check out 2023 NIA Small Business Programs Start-Up Challenge winner, AgingSense, a wearable sock technology designed to monitor signs of heart failure symptoms. Learn more: go.nia.nih.gov/3MwKaum #NIAAgingAdvances #HealthyAgingMonth

Is your research in #demography and #economics of aging and #dementia? Explore these notices: •Develop or renew a research and development center (P30) (go.nia.nih.gov/468Qa5L) •Coordinating center (go.nia.nih.gov/47km6Vm)

Growing older doesn’t have to mean giving up on your health and fitness. Check out #HealthyMoments for tips from The National Institute on Aging (NIA): niddk.nih.gov/health-informa… #NIDDK #HealthyAging

NIH is seeking a Director for the Clinical Translational Program at the Center for Alzheimer’s & Related Dementias (#CARD). The Director will lead the central hub for clinical translation of #Alzheimers and #dementia research at NIH. Explore the role: go.nia.nih.gov/3Tj738m