National Institute on Aging's 50th Anniversary: Advancing Cognitive Aging Research and the Cognitive Health of Older Adults.
J Gerontol B Psychol Sci Soc Sci
; 79(9)2024 Sep 01.
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| ID: mdl-39008360
ABSTRACT
In celebration of the National Institute on Aging's (NIA) 50th anniversary, this paper highlights the significant advances in cognitive aging research and the promotion of cognitive health among older adults. Since its inception in 1974, the NIA has played a pivotal role in understanding cognitive aging, including cognitive epidemiology, interventions, and methods, for measuring cognitive change. Key milestones include the shift toward understanding cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease and Alzheimer's disease-related dementias (AD/ADRD), the development of large-scale longitudinal studies, and the incorporation of AD/ADRD-related biomarkers in cognitive aging cohorts. Additionally, NIA has championed diversifying the scientific workforce through initiatives, such as the Resource Centers for Minority Aging Research and the Butler-Williams Scholars Program. The next 50 years will continue to emphasize the importance of inclusion, innovation, and impactful research to enhance the cognitive health and well-being of older adults.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
National Institute on Aging (U.S.)
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Cognitive Aging
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Anniversaries and Special Events
Limits:
Aged
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Humans
Country/Region as subject:
America do norte
Language:
En
Journal:
J Gerontol B Psychol Sci Soc Sci
Journal subject:
CIENCIAS SOCIAIS
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GERIATRIA
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PSICOLOGIA
Year:
2024
Document type:
Article
Affiliation country:
United States
Country of publication:
United States