Training healthcare professionals in aging and chronic disease management
Geroscience Education and Training (GET) Network
This study is creating a training program to help healthcare workers learn more about how aging affects health, so they can better care for older adults and tackle age-related diseases.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| 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-10694061 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a comprehensive education and training network aimed at enhancing the knowledge and skills of healthcare professionals in the field of geroscience, which studies the relationship between aging and chronic diseases. The initiative will create shared curricula and educational materials for medical and PhD students, ensuring they are well-equipped to address the challenges posed by aging populations. By leveraging expertise from multiple institutions, the program aims to fill existing gaps in training and prepare a diverse workforce capable of implementing new therapies targeting aging processes. The approach includes the use of digital learning tools to facilitate access to education.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include medical and PhD students interested in geroscience and chronic disease management.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in the education or training of healthcare professionals may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a more knowledgeable healthcare workforce that is better prepared to manage aging-related chronic diseases, ultimately improving patient care and outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous initiatives in geroscience education have shown promise, indicating that enhancing training in this field can lead to improved healthcare outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Farmington, United States
- University of Connecticut Sch of Med/dnt — Farmington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kuchel, George a — University of Connecticut Sch of Med/dnt
- Study coordinator: Kuchel, George 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.