Conference on biomarkers related to aging
Official title: 2024 Biomarkers of Aging Conference
Funded at Brigham and Women's Hospital · NIH-11074159 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This conference brings together experts to talk about new ways to measure aging and how these tools can help older adults live healthier and happier lives.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brigham and Women's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | November 1, 2024 |
| Project end | October 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $40,534 |
| NIH project number | 1R13AG092128-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11074159 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research are older adults who are experiencing age-related health challenges or are interested in interventions that may enhance their healthspan.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not aged or do not have age-related health conditions may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This conference aims to gather experts and stakeholders in the field of aging biomarkers to discuss advancements, challenges, and strategies for validating and deploying these biomarkers in clinical settings. Participants will engage in discussions about the development of tools that could potentially extend healthy lifespan and improve the quality of life for older individuals. The event will facilitate collaboration and knowledge sharing among researchers, which is crucial for translating findings into practical applications for aging populations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of validated biomarkers that help identify and treat age-related health issues more effectively.
How similar studies have gone: Previous conferences and initiatives in the field of aging biomarkers have shown promise in fostering collaboration and advancing research, indicating a positive trajectory for this ongoing effort.
Where this research is happening
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Poganik, Jesse R — Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Poganik, Jesse R
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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.