🚨 The US Deprescribing Research Network is now accepting applications for the 2026 Grant Catalyst Scholars Program! Designed to accelerate early-career investigators’ success in deprescribing research & grant funding. Apply here: deprescribingresearch.org/request-for-...

GSA welcomes 13 reporters for the newest class of the Journalists in Aging Fellows Program, supported by Silver Century Foundation, The John A. Hartford Foundation, @commonwealthfund.org, and @nihcm.bsky.social. www.geron.org/News-Events/...

This month's member spotlight shines on Dr. Ross Andel of @arizonastateuni.bsky.social. www.geron.org/Membership/M...

Dr. Sarah Khasawinah has joined GSA as part of its Visiting Scholar and Executive Program. In this role, she will contribute to GSA’s work in the policy arena. www.geron.org/News-Events/... #agingpolicy

Four webinars. One goal: helping you share your science with the world. Whether you want to speak up with confidence, simplify your message, build an online presence, or sharpen your media skills, this series is for you. Join us September 9, 16, 23, & 30. www.geron.org/News-Events/...

Did you know taking more than the maximum daily dose of #acetaminophen can lead to liver damage? This Men's Health Network blog post from GSA CEO James Appleby explains how #OlderAdults can stay safe when taking their medicines: tamh.menshealthnetwork.org/aging-safely...

This story, which quotes GSA fellow Walter Boot, reports on new study of adults over 50 that found that those who used computers, smartphones, the internet or a mix did better on cognitive tests than those who avoided technology or used it less often. www.nytimes.com/2025/08/09/h...

Sedation and overdose can look alike. When in doubt, act. Learn the “lay, spray, and stay” steps in GSA’s Staying Safe With Opioids at Home. www.geron.org/News-Events/... Supported by Emergent BioSolutions. #HarmReduction #OpioidAwareness

Better conversations = better care. A new GSA guide highlights proven strategies for communicating with older adults — boosting trust, clarity, and outcomes. bit.ly/4ooeqtf #HealthLiteracy #PatientCenteredCare #QualityCare #HealthEquity

This month's member spotlight shines on Dr. Yasemin Afacan of Bilkent University in Turkey. www.geron.org/Membership/M...

Gerontology & Geriatrics Education has published a special issue titled "Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Gerontology and Geriatrics Education." www.tandfonline.com/journals/wgg...

bvfcdxdcfvhnjm – Oops, I just fell asleep on the keyboard. Has this happened to you, too? Or almost? Join our peer-led online GSA Dissertation Writing Group. FREE for GSA members. Registration ends August 22. Join a group and say: "Diss is it!" bit.ly/3uSN4V8

Mark your calendars! Join @nidus-delirium.bsky.social on Nov 12 to learn about clinical research funding through foundations, institutions/research networks, PCORI and industry. Learn more and register today: deliriumnetwork.org/webinars/upc... #delirium @johndevlinpharmd.bsky.social

Understand the factors that influence patients’ medical decision-making and learn strategies to overcome potential barriers. Read the full GSA report at geron.org/ageism #healthcare #patientexperience #HealthEquity #PatientAdvocacy

GSA congratulates its newest elected officers, who will assume their roles on January 1. www.geron.org/News-Events/...

GSA President Marilyn Gugliucci discusses pathways to geriatrics education in this new interview. www.inspiraadvantage.com/program-spot... #geriatrics #GSAging

From decoding the human genome to leading the National Institutes of Health, Francis Collins, MD, PhD, is one of the most influential scientists of our time. He’s keynoting the Annual Scientific Meeting. Be there. #AgingScience #AgingResearch #GSA2025 www.gsa2025.org

"While prevention efforts focus on the young, men 75 and older are most at risk," says this new story from @statnews.com, which quotes GSA fellow Yeates Conwell. www.statnews.com/2025/07/17/s...

"The convergence of aging, housing insecurity and immigration is a real issue in New York City," reports journalist fellow @taayoomurray.bsky.social in this new @nyamnews.bsky.social story, supported by @commonwealthfund.org. amsterdamnews.com/news/2025/07...

Attention journalists: we've extended the application deadline to Monday, July 28.

This month's member spotlight shines on Dr. Ernest Gonzales of the Center for Health and Aging Innovation at the NYU Silver School of Social Work. www.geron.org/Membership/M... @nyusilver.bsky.social

Join GSA in congratulating our new class of 47 fellows, which represents the Society's highest category of membership. www.geron.org/News-Events/...

GSA has named 24 new awardees! Join us as we congratulate these individuals for their outstanding achievements. www.geron.org/News-Events/...

GSA and the Journalists Network on Generations welcome applications from U.S.-based reporters for the #Journalists in #Aging Fellows Program. Learn from the top experts on aging! @commonwealthfund.org @nihcm.bsky.social @lizseegert.bsky.social www.geron.org/Resources/Jo...

Proposed cuts from Congress would raise costs for everyone, even those with private insurance. You can urge lawmakers to #ProtectAffordableCare and #ProtectMedicaid. act.fightcancer.org/a/join-medic...

This study reported that the use of metformin is associated with a 30% lower risk of death before age 90 compared to use of sulfonylurea in women with type 2 diabetes. academic.oup.com/biomedgeront... @oxfordacademic.bsky.social

This story cites a new article in The Gerontologist, "The Iowa Coding Scheme for Elderspeak: Development and Validation." kffhealthnews.org/news/article... @oxfordacademic.bsky.social

Homelessness is rising among older adults. Are healthcare systems meeting that challenge? Using data on 119k older patients in CA, we find the answer is 'no': even when clinicians identify them as housing insecure, only 7% get a social work referral. #episky 🧵1/

GSA and the Journalists Network on Generations welcome applications from U.S.-based reporters for the #Journalists in #Aging Fellows Program. Learn from the top experts on aging! @commonwealthfund.org @nihcm.bsky.social @lizseegert.bsky.social www.geron.org/Resources/Jo...

This month's member spotlight shines on Timothy Y. Zhang from the University of Western Ontario. @westernu.bsky.social www.geron.org/Membership/M...

"Fall-related anxiety can become a vicious cycle leading to more falls." This new article from U.S. News & World Report includes GSA President Marilyn Gugliucci from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine. health.usnews.com/senior-care/....

GSA Director of Strategic Alliances Jennifer Pettis has been recognized by the American Nurses Association in their 2024 Best of the Best American Nurse Journal. Her article addresses "Reviving the Reverence for Vaccines." myamericannurse.com/Digital/Best...

From travel stipend to tenure-track: Xiang Qi, PhD, shares how donor support helped launch his career in aging science. Support the future of aging science by donating today. www.geron.org/About-GSA/Pa... #FuelTheFutureOfAging #EmergingScholars

HIV & cellular aging: what’s the link? 🧬The Journals of Gerontology, Series A is seeking research on how HIV impacts mitochondrial dysfunction, senescence, and genomic instability. Submit your findings today. academic.oup.com/biomedgeront... @oxfordacademic.bsky.social

STAT News shares a story of a researcher on aging who was able to get federal funding reinstated.

Our new @elsa-study.bsky.social study is out: Long-term air pollution exposure may harm brain health in older adults High NO₂ & PM2.5 levels over a decade linked to poorer cognitive function, especially language. Read the full article doi.org/10.1093/gero...

George Mason University reports on the experiences of members Li-Mei Chen and Linda Hayes Bennett during #GSAHillDay in April. Thank you both for continuing to speak up for aging research and programs. publichealth.gmu.edu/news/2025-05...

Our founders set out to advance aging research and improve lives. In 1945, William de Berniere MacNider led GSA -- now you can carry the mission forward in 2025. Donate for GSA Founder’s Day this May! www.geron.org/About-GSA/Pa... #SupportAgingScience #FoundersDayGSA

“The travel award fueled my motivation to progress in my dissertation work.” Support #EmergingScholars like Youngmin this #FoundersDay2025. Help fund the future of aging research: www.geron.org/About-GSA/Pa... #FuelTheFutureOfAging #CareersInAging

Claire attended her first GSA annual meeting thanks to a travel stipend. Now she’s starting a PhD. That’s the impact of your gift. #CareersInAging www.geron.org/About-GSA/Pa...

This month's member spotlight shines on Dr. Naomi Adjei from the University of Nebraska Omaha. www.geron.org/Membership/M...

Thank you to the 75 members who mobilized for #GSAHillDay! We met with the offices of 47 representatives and 33 senators to ask them to safeguard funding for aging research and programs. And you can be just as effective: everything you need is in GSA’s Advocacy Toolkit. www.geron.org/Advocacy/How...

#GSAHillDay is underway! We are making an impact on federal aging policy by meeting with congressional offices to safeguard aging research and programs.

Did you know you can make an impact on federal aging policy by meeting with congressional offices, both locally and in Washington? GSA has mobilized 75 of its members in DC for #GSACapitolHillDay. Following today's orientation, we've set up 70 meetings tomorrow.

This news story features GSA fellows Robyn Golden and Leanne Clark-Shirley.

The North America Regional Committee (NARC) of the International Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics (IAGG), in partnership with the Canadian Coalition Against Ageism (CCAA), is pleased to co-host the following webinar. @ccaageism.bsky.social Register here: yorku.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

The Biological Sciences section of The Journals of Gerontology, Series A has issued a new call for papers on animal models of frailty. The deadline to submit is December 1. bit.ly/3Ek8fUV

Home temperature can effect attention in older adults. Both hot and cold temps can effect an older adult’s ability to retain attention. Seven degrees is a big deal. academic.oup.com/biomedgeront...

bvfcdxdcfvhnjm – Oops, I just fell asleep on the keyboard. Has this happened to you, too? Or almost? Then join our peer-led online GSA Dissertation or Pre-Proposal Writing Groups! FREE for GSA members. Sign up by May 6. Join a group and say: "Diss is it!" www.geron.org/Membership/M...

The Candrive RST validated! Our Ozcandrive/Candrive study confirms its ability to stratify older driver risk using self-reported at-fault collisions over 4 years. A useful screening tool to support fitness-to-drive decisions: academic.oup.com/biomedgeront...