Sealy Center on Aging
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The Sealy Center on Aging focuses on improving the health and well-being of older adults through interdisciplinary research, education & community engagement by integrating the resources and activities relevant to aging at UTMB Health. Please use ALT text!
🩻 New study from Yong-Fang Kuo, PhD and colleagues finds that newer surveillance tools are being adopted gradually in cancer treatment, but access and use still vary among different patient groups. utmb.us/gbk
Study: MRI Use in Prostate Cancer Monitoring Is Rising, But Remains Uncommon
A new study found that doctors are increasingly using MRI-guided biopsies to monitor men with localized prostate cancer who choose active surveillance instead of immediate treatment.
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⏰ Don’t miss this opportunity! CIRWH & SCOA will fund two pilot projects advancing women’s health research in older women. ✔️ Up to $20,000 in support ✔️ Mentorship & research resources ✔️ Collaboration & career dev 📅 DUE Aug 15 📧 alnking@utmb.edu 🔗 utmb.us/gan
Call for Pilot Project Proposals on Women's Health
The Center for Interdisciplinary Research in Women's Health (CIRWH) and The Sealy Center on Aging (SCOA) encourages UTMB investigators to submit pilot research proposals for translational research foc...
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📅 The UTMB Center for Health and Clinical Outcomes Research, H-COR, invites UTMB MD, PhD, and MD/PhD students to participate in a one-day interdisciplinary DataThon on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. Applications are due August 2nd. www.utmb.edu/hcor/all-eve...
UTMB H-COR DataThon 2026
Join the 2026 UTMB H-COR DataThon on August 19! MD, PhD, and MD/PhD students will collaborate to investigate the relationship between infections and neurodegenerative outcomes using real-world clinica...
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Please join us for a DMAC CERCIT seminar presented by Dr. Efstathia Polychronopoulou, PhD on July 28, 2026. utmb.us/g8r
07.28.2026 Seminar Series: Biostatistics & Data Sciences DMAC Workshop
Please join us for a DMAC seminar presented by Dr. Efstathia Polychronopoulou, PhD, UTMB
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🏆 The Sealy Center on Aging is proud to announce that Monique R. Pappadis, PhD, MEd, FACRM, Associate Professor in the Department of Population Health and Health Disparities, has received the inaugural appointment to the Edgar Gnitzinger Distinguished Professorship in Aging at UTMB. utmb.us/g91
Congratulations to Dr. Pappadis on Inaugural Distinguished Professorship in Aging
The Sealy Center on Aging is proud to announce that Monique R. Pappadis, PhD, MEd, FACRM, has received the inaugural appointment to the Edgar Gnitzinger Distinguished Professorship in Aging at UTMB.
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Please join us for a DMAC CERCIT seminar presented by Dr. Efstathia Polychronopoulou, PhD on July 28, 2026. utmb.us/g8r
07.28.2026 Seminar Series: Biostatistics & Data Sciences DMAC Workshop
Please join us for a DMAC seminar presented by Dr. Efstathia Polychronopoulou, PhD, UTMB
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🏆 SCOA proudly announces that its director, Dr. Melissa “Missy” Morrow, has been named a Fellow of the American Society of Biomechanics (@amsocbiomech.bsky.social), recognizing her significant leadership in advancing science at the intersection of biomechanics, aging, and health technology.
🏆 The Sealy Center on Aging is proud to share that Neil Mehta, PhD, Associate Dean for Research, Professor and Inaugural Chair, Department of Epidemiology, has been appointed to the Sheridan Lorenz Distinguished Professorship in Aging and Health at UTMB. utmb.us/g7c
Congratulations to Dr. Mehta on Distinguished Research Professorship
The Sealy Center on Aging is proud to share that Neil K. Mehta, PhD MA MSc, Associate Dean for Research, Professor and Inaugural Chair, Department of Epidemiology, has been appointed to the Sheridan L...
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At UTMB Health, we're advancing medical imaging with research that helps patients spend less time in MRI scanners. Led by Dr. Esosa Odigie-Okon, our team developed a tailored approach rather than a one-size-fits-all scanning routine. Read more https://utmb.us/g7k
Too often, men delay care because they don't think anything is wrong. Feeling "OK" doesn't always mean you're healthy. Annual checkups with your primary care physician can detect concerns early and help you stay healthier. Learn more: https://utmb.us/g3u
Health needs change with each decade of life. Dr. Alicia Monroe of the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health at UTMB Health says routine primary care helps patients stay on top of their health and manage age related risks. Learn more https://utmb.us/g66
🏆 The Sealy Center on Aging is proud to share that Neil Mehta, PhD, Associate Dean for Research, Professor and Inaugural Chair, Department of Epidemiology, has been appointed to the Sheridan Lorenz Distinguished Professorship in Aging and Health at UTMB. utmb.us/g7c
Congratulations to Dr. Mehta on Distinguished Research Professorship
The Sealy Center on Aging is proud to share that Neil K. Mehta, PhD MA MSc, Associate Dean for Research, Professor and Inaugural Chair, Department of Epidemiology, has been appointed to the Sheridan L...
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🔍 UTMB Pepper Center Scholar's Research Highlights Benefits of Digital Tools for Medication Management in Older Adults: utmb.us/g77
UTMB Pepper Center Scholar's Research Highlights Benefits of Digital Tools for Medication Management in Older Adults
New research by Creaque Charles Tyler, PharmD, BCGP, highlights how digital health technology and pharmacist support can help older adults better manage their medications.
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▶️ NEW UTMB Pepper Center lecture vid highlighting the exciting evolution of geroscience, with a strong emphasis on health outcomes and improving health span. Filipe Sierra, "The Father of Geroscience" delves into the research: utmb.us/g4f
📅 Join us June 24 at 12 PM for a hybrid UTMB Pepper Center Investigators Lecture. Felipe Sierra, PhD—leader in Geroscience and former NIA Director—will present “Geroscience 2.0: A Focus on Health.” Don’t miss it! 🔗 utmb.us/g10 #Geroscience #UTMB
Pepper Investigators Lecture: June 24
Join us for a hybrid UTMB Pepper Center Investigators Lecture on June 24, 2026, at noon. Felipe Sierra PhD, will present, "Geroscience 2.0: A focus on health".
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👏Soham Al Snih, MD, PhD, Dept of Pop Health & Health Disparities, School of Public and Population Health, and a valued member of our aging research community, has been appointed to the Bertha and Robert Bucksch Distinguished Research Professorship at UTMB utmb.us/g1l
Congratulations to Dr. Soham Al Snih on Distinguished Research Professorship
The Sealy Center on Aging is proud to share that Soham Al Snih, MD, PhD, has been appointed to the Bertha and Robert Bucksch Distinguished Research Professorship at UTMB.
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🗓️ The Human Brain: A Free, Fun & Informative Conversation with the Neuroscience Community by UTMB events.utmb.edu/event/the-hu...
📅 Join us June 24 at 12 PM for a hybrid UTMB Pepper Center Investigators Lecture. Felipe Sierra, PhD—leader in Geroscience and former NIA Director—will present “Geroscience 2.0: A Focus on Health.” Don’t miss it! 🔗 utmb.us/g10 #Geroscience #UTMB
Pepper Investigators Lecture: June 24
Join us for a hybrid UTMB Pepper Center Investigators Lecture on June 24, 2026, at noon. Felipe Sierra PhD, will present, "Geroscience 2.0: A focus on health".
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📘 The Community Connection newsletter, Issue 15 is live! This issue explores annual wellness visits and falls, latest research findings on life expectancy, and more. Read the latest issue 👇 utmb.us/fvk
🧑🎓UTMB Pepper Scholar Dr Creaque Tyler earned Best Poster in a Geriatric Medicine Safety Symposium, demonstrating how the program fosters emerging leaders who drive innovation in geriatrics & improve care for aging populations. Read more on Dr Tyler's work utmb.us/g0t
TSU UTMB Pepper Scholar Earns Top Poster Award
Texas Southern University (TSU) Pepper Scholar Dr. Creaque Tyler earned Best Poster at the Geriatric Medicine Safety Symposium, highlighting the impact of the UTMB Pepper Center
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💡 UTMB Pepper Center lecture highlights skeletal muscle as a key driver of healthy aging - Shalender Bhasin, MB, BS, emphasized the need for large-scale clinical trials & collaboration to translate advances into effective, widely accessible interventions. utmb.us/g0l
UTMB Pepper Center Lecture Highlights Advances in Targeting Skeletal Muscle for Healthy Aging
A recent UTMB Pepper Center lecture highlighted skeletal muscle as a key driver of healthy aging, with emerging therapies showing promise in improving strength, function, and overall health span in ol...
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🏆 SCOA proudly announces that its director, Dr. Melissa “Missy” Morrow, has been named a Fellow of the American Society of Biomechanics (@amsocbiomech.bsky.social), recognizing her significant leadership in advancing science at the intersection of biomechanics, aging, and health technology.
🗓️ Reminder: Two aging research lectures this week: 5/26: Konrad H. Stopsack, MD MPH, Leibniz Institute for Prevention Research and Epidemiology 5/27: Shalender Bhasin, MB, BS, Harvard Medical School 🔗 www.utmb.edu/scoa #AgingResearch #UTMBSCOA #PepperOAIC #RCMAR
👥 A new study from the UTMB Pepper Center looked at the role sleep plays in how well older adults recover after a hospital stay. The results showed that those with improved sleep were more likely to show better physical recovery. utmb.us/fxy
We are looking forward to hosting this event today for the UTMB community:
Sealy Center on Aging@utmbscoa.bsky.social · 4mo ago💡 MAY 19: Save the date for an interactive Ideation Jam focused on how technology can be leveraged to advance aging research. This session will bring together researchers & collaborators to explore new opportunities in aging, health, and emerging technologies. 🗓️ RSVP: www.utmb.edu/scoa/news-an...
⚡️A video of this lecture is now available at website for The Data Management and Analysis Core for Comparative Effectiveness Research on Cancer in Texas ▶️ Incorporating External Data in Bayesian Clinical Trial Design Using Posterior Predictive Checks 🔗 www.utmb.edu/dmac/
Sealy Center on Aging@utmbscoa.bsky.social · 4mo ago📆 Join us on April 21 for the next DMAC CERCIT Seminar Series: 'Incorporating External Data in Bayesian Clinical Trial Design Using Posterior Predictive Checks," presented by Dr. Evan Kwiatkowski, UT Health Houston. 👉Details can be found at www.utmb.edu/dmac
Save the Date! UTMB presents, “Partners in Care: Promoting Health & Wellbeing in Our Community” 🗓 June 17, 2026 ⏰ 8:30 AM–3 PM 📍 Levin Hall, Galveston Featuring keynote speakers Anne Sales, PhD & C Daniel Mullins, PhD 🔗 utmb.us/fwb #UTMB #CommunityHealth #Research
📘 The Community Connection newsletter, Issue 15 is live! This issue explores annual wellness visits and falls, latest research findings on life expectancy, and more. Read the latest issue 👇 utmb.us/fvk
🙋Interested in wearables, mobile health apps, remote monitoring, or digital health platforms? Join us on May 19 for an engaging Ideation Jam focused on how existing and emerging technologies can enhance aging research, spark collaboration, and more! 👉 utmb.us/fuc
🙋Interested in wearables, mobile health apps, remote monitoring, or digital health platforms? Join us on May 19 for an engaging Ideation Jam focused on how existing and emerging technologies can enhance aging research, spark collaboration, and more! 👉 utmb.us/fuc