New Ways to Help Older Adults Stay Independent
Pilot and Exploratory Core PESC
This program supports small projects that explore new ways to help older adults maintain their independence and well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Connecticut Sch of Med/dnt NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Farmington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11142462 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program funds early-stage projects focused on "Precision Gerontology," which means finding personalized ways to help older adults stay healthy and independent. Researchers will explore new ideas and approaches, including studies that look at how conditions like apathy affect older adults with depression, examining their physical abilities and blood markers. Another project aims to develop web-based tools to improve physical function and health outcomes for older individuals. The goal is to discover promising new strategies that can eventually lead to larger efforts to improve care for aging populations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Older adults, particularly those experiencing conditions like depression and apathy, or those interested in behavioral interventions for physical function, might be ideal candidates for future related studies.
Not a fit: Patients who are not older adults or do not have conditions related to aging, depression, or physical function may not directly benefit from this specific line of research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to more personalized and effective treatments and interventions that help older adults maintain their physical and mental independence longer.
How similar studies have performed: While this core funds novel pilot projects, the broader fields of gerontology, depression research, and behavioral interventions have shown success in improving patient outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Farmington, United States
- University of Connecticut Sch of Med/dnt — Farmington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Barry, Lisa C — University of Connecticut Sch of Med/dnt
- Study coordinator: Barry, Lisa C
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.