A center focused on improving research about aging and health.
Carolina Center for Population Aging and Health
The Carolina Center for Population Aging and Health is working to improve our understanding of aging by helping researchers study how different factors affect older adults, using advanced data techniques and surveys to answer important questions about aging in various communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10868651 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Carolina Center for Population Aging and Health (CCPAH) aims to enhance research on aging by providing resources and support to scholars studying the demographics and economics of aging. This center will utilize innovative data analysis techniques and combine various data sources to address critical questions related to aging. By leveraging long-running population-based surveys, the center will ensure that the research conducted is relevant and state-of-the-art, ultimately contributing to a deeper understanding of aging in diverse populations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include mid-life and older individuals who are interested in contributing to studies about aging and health.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than mid-life or those not interested in aging-related research may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies and policies that enhance the health and well-being of older adults.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives focused on aging have shown success in improving health outcomes and understanding demographic trends, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
Chapel Hill, United States
- Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill — Chapel Hill, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Frankenberg, Elizabeth a — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Frankenberg, Elizabeth a
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.