Meridean L. Maas, a renowned expert in gerontology, has been awarded the 2006 Doris Schwartz Gerontological Nursing Award by The Gerontological Society of America. Her groundbreaking work on Alzheimer's care in nursing homes has significantly influenced resident-centered environments for persons with cognitive impairment.
Julie McMullin, a University of Western Ontario researcher, has received the 2006 GSA's Margret M. Baltes Award for her outstanding early career contributions to behavioral and social gerontology. McMullin is an internationally recognized scholar in aging and the life course.
Virginia Tech's Toni M. Calasanti received the 2006 Richard Kalish Innovative Publication Award from The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) for her insightful and innovative publication on aging, 'Feminist Gerontology and Old Men.' This award recognizes state-of-the-art thinking in aging and life course development.
Margaret Gatz received the award for her contributions to international collaborations and shaping US mental health policy and aging issues. The Kent Lecture is expected to be a highlight at the Annual Scientific Meeting, where Gatz will present.
Rafael de Cabo receives award for his work on caloric restriction and anti-aging effects, with the presentation to take place at GSA's Annual Scientific Meeting in Dallas, TX. The Gerontological Society of America established the Nathan Shock Award in 1986 to recognize outstanding contributions to gerontological research.
The Gerontological Society of America has chosen University of Washington's Linda Teri to receive the 2006 M. Powell Lawton Award for her groundbreaking research on interventions for patients with Alzheimer's Disease. Her work challenges traditional assumptions and demonstrates effective caregiver training in reducing depression and im...
Kyriakos S. Markides of UTMB received the 2006 GSA Award for Distinguished Mentorship in Gerontology for fostering excellence and inspiring students with his research on health disparities in aging populations.
Katherine Freund, president of ITN America, is recognized for her work in developing innovative programs that translate research into practical application or policy. The award acknowledges her efforts to improve mobility issues for older adults, ranking high in the 2005 White House Conference on Aging.
John R. Nesselroade receives the award for his pioneering work on psychometrics of aging and its impact on representing complex interactions in aging. The GSA presented the honor at its 59th Annual Scientific Meeting in Dallas, TX.
The Gerontological Society of America has recognized Molly Carnes from the University of Wisconsin for her contributions to geriatrics through the prestigious 2006 Joseph T. Freeman Award. Carnes established a national model for ambulatory comprehensive evaluation at the VA Hospital in Madison, WI.
The Gerontological Society of America has received a five-year, $7.7 million grant from the John A. Hartford Foundation to support geriatric social work faculty scholars and research. The project aims to address the projected shortage of over 46,000 geriatric social workers by advancing practice through research and training.
The Gerontological Society of America has awarded $50,000 Hartford Doctoral Fellowships to 11 social work students conducting research on various aspects of aging. The fellowships aim to support the next generation of geriatric social work faculty and promote aging research.
Prolonged immobility in older adults can lead to functional decline within 48 hours. Simple policy changes can prevent complex problems and improve patient outcomes.
A recent study found that dehydration affects a significant proportion of older adults, particularly those in long-term care facilities (LTC) and emergency departments (ER). Sufficient fluid consumption has been linked to various health benefits, including reduced falls, constipation, and improved rehabilitation.
The Gerontological Society of America awarded 16 students with stipends to attend workshops on research skills at the 2006 Annual Scientific Meeting in Dallas, TX and San Francisco, CA. The GSA, founded in 1945, supports over 5,000 researchers, educators, and professionals advancing gerontological research.
A study found that greater religious involvement is associated with a lower mortality risk, particularly among those with church-based social relationships. The research suggests that giving emotional support to others in the congregation can decrease stress and mortality rates, but not the other way around.
The Gerontological Society of America has awarded new Hartford Doctoral Fellowships to five individuals, providing $50,000 in dissertation grants to support their research on various aspects of aging. The fellowships aim to cultivate the next generation of geriatric social work faculty and promote research and education in aging.
The Gerontological Society of America has recognized ten faculty scholars from across the US for their outstanding research contributions to the field of aging. The awardees include researchers exploring topics such as caregiver neglect, nursing home psychosocial care and health disparities among older Latinos.
Duque was honored for his innovative contributions to skeletal health research and education in the field. He aims to define vitamin D's role in regulating osteogenic cells and its impact on bone metabolism in the elderly.
Blazer is recognized for his contributions to understanding risk and protective factors, long-term illness course, and sequelae of depression in later life. He has also played a major role in the MacArthur's Foundation's Network on Successful Aging.
The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) presents the 2005 M. Powell Lawton Award to Dr. Mary Tinetti, recognizing her commitment to translating research into practice through collaborations with top health organizations. At Yale University, she has established a renowned geriatric clinical epidemiology program.
Bengtson has received four teacher-of-the-year awards and chaired 34 doctoral dissertations, influencing numerous graduate, undergraduate, and professional students. He is a past GSA president and has mentored eight postdoctoral students with tenure-track appointments in the field of aging.
Case Western Reserve University's Noelker has advanced the role of research and services in improving quality of life for older adults. Her work focuses on workforce issues, increasing job retention among nurse assistants and home health aides.
Dr. Anstey, a fellow at Australian National University, has been awarded the prestigious 2005 Margret M. Baltes Award by the Gerontological Society of America (GSA) for her groundbreaking work on cognitive aging. The award recognizes her significant contributions to advancing our understanding of this critical aspect of human development.
The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) recognizes innovative research in aging with the 2004 Richard Kalish Innovative Publication Award. The award honors a paper that offers a new model of personality and great potential to stimulate research in gerontology.
Dr. Warner, a renowned expert in aging research, is honored with the prestigious award for his contributions to promoting basic research and bridging the gap between science and practice. He will present a keynote lecture at the GSA's Annual Scientific Meeting.
Brown Wilson, president of the Jessie F. Richardson Foundation, will receive the award for her work in developing assisted living projects serving diverse populations. Her innovative programs demonstrate excellence in translating research into practical application and policy.
Harrington's research has had a national impact on long-term care policies, informing the U.S. General Accounting Office and Senate Special Committee on Aging investigations. Her work led to budget legislation increasing minimum staffing standards and salaries for California nursing home staff in 1999.
Masternak will receive the award for best paper published in Journal of Gerontology: Biological Sciences for 2005. The presentation will take place on November 20th at 12:15 p.m. at the Orlando World Center Marriott Resort.
Aronow, a leading geriatric cardiologist, receives the 2005 Freeman Award for his work in gerontology and long-term care. The award recognizes his contributions to the field of aging and gerontological research.
A new special journal issue examines the effects of cultural adversity on later life health, including the role of past economic hardships, education, race, and gender. The publication presents updated information on mortality rates among minority populations.
The Gerontological Society of America has awarded $70,000 doctoral fellowships to six new recipients for their innovative research on aging and social work. These fellowships will support the next generation of geriatric social work faculty as teachers, role models, and mentors.
A special issue of The Gerontologist investigates quality of life for people with dementia in assisted living and nursing homes. The research aims to enhance care and improve lives through the Alzheimer's Association Campaign for Quality Residential Care.
A recent study published in The Gerontologist found that obesity has a significant impact on disability among adults aged 70+, but not on their overall life expectancy. The research, which analyzed data from over 7,000 seniors, suggests that obesity can reduce active years and increase disabled years, but does not affect mortality rate...
The Gerontological Society of America has announced the 2005 Hartford Pre-Dissertation Award recipients, recognizing outstanding young researchers in gerontology. The award aims to support and develop research skills among PhD students, with this year's winners attending workshops at various conferences.
The Gerontological Society of America has selected 10 new faculty scholars for their research on improving geriatric social work training. The selected researchers focus on various topics, including racial disparities in healthcare and caregiving experiences among older adults.
The article examines three common Social Security reform proposals and their impact on vulnerable women. The analysis reveals that privatization proposals fail to cover significant numbers of poor women, while benefits tied to U.S. residency or simple Social Security eligibility are more effective at protecting them.
A recent study published in The Gerontologist challenges the notion that Americans are moving further apart from their families. Short-distance mobility rates have decreased significantly over the last 50 years, while long-distance moves have shown less decline or remained relatively unchanged.
The study found that older adults who received mental health treatment benefited considerably, refuting the notion that interventions are less effective for this age group. Mental health problems in later life lead to significant social, economic, and medical costs.
Dr. Morley has made significant contributions to three areas of geriatric medicine: appetite regulation, memory and dementia, and testosterone and andropause. He is recognized as one of the top ten geriatric programs in the country.
The Gerontological Society of America conferred its 2004 Distinguished Mentorship in Gerontology Award to Dr. Jackson, recognizing his influence on numerous graduate and post-doctoral students. His leadership has contributed significantly to the advancement of gerontological research.
The Gerontological Society of America awards Penn State's Zarit the 2004 M. Powell Lawton Award for his groundbreaking research on caregiving and mental health issues in older adults. The award honors outstanding professional and personal qualities, as well as contributions to applied gerontological research.
The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) presents the 2004 Richard Kalish Innovative Publication Award to Dr. Connidis and Dr. McMullin for their groundbreaking paper on sociological ambivalence and family ties in aging and life course development.
Dr. Cohen, originator of Duke University's Geriatrics Fellowship, has won the prestigious award for his work in geriatric medicine and cancer research. He will present a lecture at GSA's 57th Annual Scientific Meeting.
Dr. Archbold's research focuses on family care for frail elders and new methods to better serve them. Her breakthrough findings have led to a new way of thinking about how nursing can support families caring for frail elders.
Dr. Small receives Margret M. Baltes Award for groundbreaking research on cognitive decline in Alzheimer's Disease. His work has been instrumental in understanding the preclinical phase of the disease, advancing social/behavioral research on aging.
Dr. Smith, editor of GSA's Journal of Gerontology: Biological Sciences, receives the Robert W. Kleemeier Award for his decades-long research on cellular senescence. His work focuses on chromatin structure alterations in this process.
The Gerontological Society of America has conferred the 2004 Nathan Shock New Investigator Award to Dr. Marciniak for his pioneering work in gene regulation by the AIDS virus HIV. His research expertise bridges two critical areas, aging and cancer, making him a prime example of a geriatric oncologist.
Mahoney receives the award for his work on innovative programs to serve older persons, including the Cash and Counseling Demonstration project supported by Robert Wood Johnson foundation and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The prize recognizes his excellence in translating research into practical application and policy.
Dr. Rikke will receive the prestigious award for his work in mapping and cloning genes in mice that modulate neurosensitivity to ethanol and general anesthetics. The award is presented annually by the Gerontological Society of America (GSA) to recognize outstanding research in gerontology.