Geroscience in Canada

The proceedings of Canada's first geroscience summit are now published in The Journals of Gerontology. Having the opportunity to collaborate with 32 scientists at this important event was a real pleasure and learning experience for me. The abstract:

The inaugural Canadian Conferences on Translational Geroscience were held as two complementary sessions in October and November 2023. The conferences explored the profound interplay between the biology of aging, social determinants of health, the potential societal impact of geroscience and the maintenance of health in aging individuals. Although topics such as cellular senescence, molecular and genetic determinants of aging and prevention of chronic disease were addressed, the conferences went on to emphasize practical applications for enhancing older people's quality of life. This manuscript summarizes the proceeding and underscores the synergy between clinical and fundamental studies. Future directions highlight national and global collaborations and the crucial integration of early-career investigators. This work charts a course for a national framework for continued innovation and advancement in translational geroscience in Canada.

My passion and interest in the social and ethical implications of this area of science continues to grow, with many new projects in the works to keep me busy writing for the foreseeable future.

Cheers, 

Colin