Coordinating efforts to improve aging research and support for older adults
Pepper OAIC Coordinating Center
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES · NIH-11135596
This study is all about helping different centers that focus on older adults work better together so they can improve care and support for seniors, making sure new ideas and research get used in healthcare more quickly.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (WINSTON-SALEM, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11135596 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing collaboration among the Older Americans Independence Centers (OAIC) to improve outcomes for older adults. It aims to facilitate communication and coordination within the OAIC program and the broader aging research community. The project will promote collaborative research, support the development of new researchers in aging, and accelerate the implementation of research findings into healthcare systems. By leveraging existing resources and partnerships, the initiative seeks to create a more impactful aging research environment.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults who may benefit from enhanced healthcare services and research initiatives focused on aging.
Not a fit: Patients who are not older adults or those with conditions unrelated to aging may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and better support systems for older adults.
How similar studies have performed: Previous collaborations in aging research have shown success in enhancing outcomes and fostering innovation, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
WINSTON-SALEM, UNITED STATES
- WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES — WINSTON-SALEM, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: KITZMAN, DALANE W — WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES
- Study coordinator: KITZMAN, DALANE W
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.