Annual meeting focused on the biology of aging
Official title: 53rd Annual Meeting of the American Aging Association
Funded at American Aging Association, INC. · NIH-11062859 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is about organizing a big meeting in Anchorage, Alaska, where scientists and researchers will come together to share the latest findings on aging and help each other grow in their careers, making it a great opportunity for anyone interested in understanding how we age better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | American Aging Association, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Grandville, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | January 1, 2025 |
| Project end | December 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $50,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R13AG091824-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11062859 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include researchers, scientists, and healthcare professionals interested in the biology of aging and geroscience.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in research or do not have a professional interest in aging biology may not benefit from this meeting.
What this research studies
This research involves organizing the 53rd Annual Meeting of the American Aging Association, which will take place in Anchorage, Alaska. The meeting aims to bring together scientists and researchers to discuss the latest discoveries in aging research and promote collaboration in the field. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with prominent speakers and learn about advancements in geroscience, which focuses on understanding the biological mechanisms of aging. The event also supports the professional development of trainees and early career investigators in the field of aging.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this meeting could enhance knowledge and collaboration in aging research, potentially leading to breakthroughs that improve health and longevity.
How similar studies have gone: Previous annual meetings of the American Aging Association have successfully fostered collaboration and innovation in aging research.
Where this research is happening
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American Aging Association, INC.
Grandville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Miller, Benjamin Francis — American Aging Association, INC.
- Study coordinator: Miller, Benjamin Francis
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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.