Andrew Wister’s study on disease clusters and multimorbidity aims to improve approaches to treatment, prevention, and care for people with multiple chronic conditions.
Learn more: sfu.ca/research/resea…
Learn more: sfu.ca/research/resea…
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How can AgeTech support ageing in place while respecting older adults’ autonomy and addressing inequalities?
A new paper co-authored by SFU’s Dr. Mei Fang explores the ethical and social dimensions of AgeTech.
Read the paper: doi.org/10.1016/j.wss.…
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A new paper co-authored by SFU’s Dr. Mei Fang explores the ethical and social dimensions of AgeTech.
Read the paper: doi.org/10.1016/j.wss.…
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Congratulations to doctoral student Letitia Zhu and master’s student Alex Dong on receiving Tri-Agency Canada Graduate Scholarships!
Read more: sfu.ca/gerontology/ne…
Read more: sfu.ca/gerontology/ne…
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2 weeks away! Explore how big data and large language models are transforming research on aging, global talent mobility, and intergenerational occupational mobility.
Register here: ellengee_2026.eventbrite.ca
Register here: ellengee_2026.eventbrite.ca
Join us on Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 4:30 pm for Shuzhuo Li's talk, "Big Data, LLMs, and Frontier Research in Aging and Mobility.”
The event will include a reception where we will also present this year’s Seniors Leadership Award.
Register here: ellengee_2026.eventbrite.ca
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Join us on Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 4:30 pm for Shuzhuo Li's talk, "Big Data, LLMs, and Frontier Research in Aging and Mobility.”
The event will include a reception where we will also present this year’s Seniors Leadership Award.
Register here: ellengee_2026.eventbrite.ca
The event will include a reception where we will also present this year’s Seniors Leadership Award.
Register here: ellengee_2026.eventbrite.ca
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Nominate an outstanding senior volunteer or community organization! 🌟
Help us celebrate those making a real impact in British Columbia.
Deadline for submissions: November 3, 2026
Full nomination details are below and online: sfu.ca/grc/about/gggr…
Help us celebrate those making a real impact in British Columbia.
Deadline for submissions: November 3, 2026
Full nomination details are below and online: sfu.ca/grc/about/gggr…
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A paper from Mei Fang, "A mini-review of Green Aging: reframing AgeTech for climate adaptation and environmental justice," introduces Green Aging as a framework for how AgeTech supports older adults in climate change and environmental sustainability.
🔗: jphe.amegroups.org/article/view/1…
🔗: jphe.amegroups.org/article/view/1…
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Congratulations to Elise Stone!
"Being a mature-aged student, receiving the Al Eisenring Gerontology Award supports me in fully experiencing and finding meaning in the academic journey I have undertaken in gerontology," says Stone.
Read more: sfu.ca/gerontology/ne…
"Being a mature-aged student, receiving the Al Eisenring Gerontology Award supports me in fully experiencing and finding meaning in the academic journey I have undertaken in gerontology," says Stone.
Read more: sfu.ca/gerontology/ne…
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The election of Habib Chaudhury as Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada recognizes decades of research exploring how neighbourhoods, housing and care environments can support dignity, independence and engagement for people living with dementia.
🔗: sfu.ca/gerontology/ne…
🔗: sfu.ca/gerontology/ne…
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Andrew Wister highlights the importance of funding for community-based seniors’ centres and the vital role they play in connecting with older adults, including those who are marginalized.
Full podcast here: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/how…
Full podcast here: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/how…
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A new report from Mei Fang and her research team looks at opportunities, barriers, and enabling factors associated with strengthening connections between seniors centres and primary healthcare.
Read more: sfu.ca/starinstitute/…
Read more: sfu.ca/starinstitute/…
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Discover innovations that can enhance independence, health and quality of life, while creating opportunities to learn about and participate in research.
Learn more and register for free for Vancouver's AGE-WELL AgeTech Discovery Day: eventbrite.com/e/age-well-age…
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Learn more and register for free for Vancouver's AGE-WELL AgeTech Discovery Day: eventbrite.com/e/age-well-age…
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@sfu_starinst is thrilled to be a participating site for @AGEWELL_NCE AgeTech Discovery Day, coming Oct 1, 2026, marking National Seniors Day. Events across Canada will showcase AgeTech innovations supporting healthy aging. More: tinyurl.com/4zkketpd.
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Join the COPE team for the Seniors' Heat Resilience Connect & Learn Event on Sept 10! Connect with researchers, seniors, and community organizations through sessions on aging, extreme heat, and practical strategies to build heat-resilient communities.
🔗: eventbrite.ca/e/seniors-heat…
🔗: eventbrite.ca/e/seniors-heat…
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As a new member of the National Seniors Council (NSC), Habib Chaudhury met with the Secretary of State for Seniors, Stephanie McLean to identify priority areas for the NSC, including housing affordability, innovative congregate housing options, and financial security.
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A new publication on the midlife clock explores how our middle years are shaped by our social clocks—not simply our age.
Read more: theconversation.com/the-midlife-cl…
Read more: theconversation.com/the-midlife-cl…
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“Older adults are particularly vulnerable to extreme heat because of a combination of physical, social and economic factors,” says Theresa Pauly, PI of the COPE project and Canada Research Chair in Social Relationships, Health and Aging.
Read more: sfu.ca/sfunews/storie…
Read more: sfu.ca/sfunews/storie…
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SFU Gerontology retweeted
What gives us a reason to get up in the morning?
My mentor Prof. Gloria Gutman’s advice: stay open to new ideas, find purpose and stay engaged in our communities.
Wonderful to visit the @SFUGero Research Centre, now named in her honour. ❤️
#HealthyAgeing #Gerontology
My mentor Prof. Gloria Gutman’s advice: stay open to new ideas, find purpose and stay engaged in our communities.
Wonderful to visit the @SFUGero Research Centre, now named in her honour. ❤️
#HealthyAgeing #Gerontology
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We are happy to welcome Lun Li, the newest assistant professor in the SFU Department of Gerontology!
In our Q&A, Li shares more about his background, research, and advice for students interested in pursuing gerontology.
Read more: sfu.ca/gerontology/ne…
In our Q&A, Li shares more about his background, research, and advice for students interested in pursuing gerontology.
Read more: sfu.ca/gerontology/ne…
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Congratulations to postdoctoral fellows Boah Kim and Mohammadjavad Nouri on each receiving a Michael Smith Health Research BC 2026 Impact Pathways: Engage Award for their respective projects!
We look forward to seeing their projects grow!
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We look forward to seeing their projects grow!
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