Geriatric research is helping all of us enjoy longer, healthier
lives.
Our research
programs
are active throughout the Strong Health community.
Among the major ones are:
The
Center for Clinical Research on Aging (CCRA) at the University
of Rochester’s School of Nursing Dual-directed
research to both improve seniors' quality
of life and address challenges faced by the senior’s
care takers. The Center combines the talents and
expertise
of
faculty
researchers, nurses, physicians, health care providers, and
the community. This important work is set in nursing homes
and dementia care units in acute and long-term
facilities.
Center
for Aging and Developmental Biology. The University
of Rochester's Center for Aging and Developmental Biology
is one of four recipients of a grant from the National
Institute on Aging (NIA) declaring it a Nathan Shock
Center of Excellence in the Basic Biology of Aging (one of
only nine in the nation). Named for Dr. Nathan Wetherell
Shock, these centers are designed
to stimulate and enhance research into the basic biological
processes of aging, and to facilitate the planning and coordination
of research on aging activities.
The Geriatric Investment Program. This program
enhances nursing school classes in senior issues
in areas identified by the community as needing improvement.
The
Center for Future Health. A
unique combination of medical professionals, technical experts,
and social scientists work together to create user-friendly,
unobtrusive, private, and affordable technology to improve
health care for seniors at home.
On-going Clinical
Trials. Guided research
into the basic biology of aging requires willing participants
who want
to share their experiences to help scientists find prevention
and cures. Areas within Strong Health with ongoing research opportunities
include: Aids, Alzheimer’s, Cancer, Depression, Dermatology,
Dementia, Diabetes, Disturbing Behavior, Memory Loss, Movement
Disorders, Pain, Parkinson’s and Schizophrenia.
Why Participate?
You can benefit from new medicines not yet widely available
You can get free physical examinations, testing, care, and
study medicines
Becoming a research subject helps others with the same condition
or illness
How Can I Help?
For more information about becoming a research subject, call
Linda Terwillinger at 585-760-6565 or email her at Linda_Terwillinger@urmc.edu.
