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Work with thought leaders and academic experts in aging

Companies can greatly benefit from collaborating with academic researchers whose expertise is in the field of Aging. These researchers bring a deep understanding of the aging population, their needs, and the challenges they face. By working with them, companies can develop products and services that cater to the specific needs of older adults, improve existing offerings to be more age-friendly, and gain insights into market trends and opportunities in the aging market. Academic researchers can also provide valuable guidance in developing strategies for marketing to older adults, conducting user research, and implementing evidence-based practices. Overall, collaborating with academic researchers in Aging can help companies tap into a growing market segment, enhance their reputation as age-friendly brands, and drive innovation.

Researchers on NotedSource with backgrounds in aging include Dushani L. Palliyaguru, Ph.D., Burcu Vitrinel, Ph.D., Joshua adekunle Babalola, Ph.D., Giuliana Noratto, Taryn A. Myers, Ph.D., Vanessa Patrick, Ph.D., Mariane Vicente, Jose Nino, Ph.D, Norman Farb, Dr. Christian Waugh, Ph.D., Balamurugan Tangiisuran, Lauren Duncan, and Steve Joordens.

Dushani L. Palliyaguru, Ph.D.

Baltimore, MD, Maryland, United States of America
Toxicologist | Aging, Nutrition and Metabolism Research Scientist | Systems Biologist
Most Relevant Research Interests
aging
Other Research Interests (16)
Nutrition
Oncology
Hematology
Molecular Biology
Food Science
And 11 more
About
·   Highly productive scientist with 13 years of multidisciplinary experience in toxicology, molecular nutrition, and aging/ disease biomarkers ·   Excellent communicator with proven record of advanced writing and presentation skills - manuscripts, conference presentations, and grants ·   Extensive experience in large study design, supervision and coordination, big data analysis, and management of junior scientists
Most Relevant Publications (5+)

21 total publications

Frailty index as a biomarker of lifespan and healthspan: Focus on pharmacological interventions

Mechanisms of Ageing and Development / Jun 01, 2019

Palliyaguru, D. L., Moats, J. M., Di Germanio, C., Bernier, M., & de Cabo, R. (2019). Frailty index as a biomarker of lifespan and healthspan: Focus on pharmacological interventions. Mechanisms of Ageing and Development, 180, 42–48. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mad.2019.03.005

Study of Longitudinal Aging in Mice: Presentation of Experimental Techniques

The Journals of Gerontology: Series A / Dec 18, 2020

Palliyaguru, D. L., Vieira Ligo Teixeira, C., Duregon, E., di Germanio, C., Alfaras, I., Mitchell, S. J., Navas-Enamorado, I., Shiroma, E. J., Studenski, S., Bernier, M., Camandola, S., Price, N. L., Ferrucci, L., & de Cabo, R. (2020). Study of Longitudinal Aging in Mice: Presentation of Experimental Techniques. The Journals of Gerontology: Series A, 76(4), 552–560. https://doi.org/10.1093/gerona/glaa285

Combining a High Dose of Metformin With the SIRT1 Activator, SRT1720, Reduces Life Span in Aged Mice Fed a High-Fat Diet

The Journals of Gerontology: Series A / Jun 18, 2020

Palliyaguru, D. L., Minor, R. K., Mitchell, S. J., Palacios, H. H., Licata, J. J., Ward, T. M., Abulwerdi, G., Elliott, P., Westphal, C., Ellis, J. L., Sinclair, D. A., Price, N. L., Bernier, M., & de Cabo, R. (2020). Combining a High Dose of Metformin With the SIRT1 Activator, SRT1720, Reduces Life Span in Aged Mice Fed a High-Fat Diet. The Journals of Gerontology: Series A, 75(11), 2037–2041. https://doi.org/10.1093/gerona/glaa148

Study of Longitudinal Aging in Mice: Presentation of Experimental Techniques

The Journals of Gerontology: Series A / Dec 18, 2020

Palliyaguru, D. L., Vieira Ligo Teixeira, C., Duregon, E., di Germanio, C., Alfaras, I., Mitchell, S. J., Navas-Enamorado, I., Shiroma, E. J., Studenski, S., Bernier, M., Camandola, S., Price, N. L., Ferrucci, L., & de Cabo, R. (2020). Study of Longitudinal Aging in Mice: Presentation of Experimental Techniques. The Journals of Gerontology: Series A, 76(4), 552–560. https://doi.org/10.1093/gerona/glaa285

Perinatal diet influences health and survival in a mouse model of leukemia

GeroScience / May 11, 2020

Palliyaguru, D. L., Rudderow, A. L., Sossong, A. M., Lewis, K. N., Younts, C., Pearson, K. J., Bernier, M., & de Cabo, R. (2020). Perinatal diet influences health and survival in a mouse model of leukemia. GeroScience, 42(4), 1147–1155. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11357-020-00199-9

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Burcu Vitrinel, Ph.D.

San Francisco
Cross-functional life sciences strategy professional with a Ph.D. in genetics
Most Relevant Research Interests
Aging
Other Research Interests (15)
Molecular Biology
Biochemistry
Cell Biology
Computer Science Applications
Virology
And 10 more
About
Cross-functional life sciences **strategy** professional with a doctoral degree in **genetics**; worked on 16+ projects in collaboration with 7+ big pharma clients as the lead consultant in a **client-facing** role. Exceptional understanding of current life sciences **market trends**. Scientist with 10+ years of wet-lab with hands-on **CRISPR-Cas9 gene** **editing and tandem mass-spectrometry** experience with 3 first-author papers. Experienced primary market researcher for pharmaceutical companies. Award-winning science communicator for a wide range of audiences tailored to different internal and external stakeholders.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

10 total publications

The conserved histone chaperone LIN‐53 is required for normal lifespan and maintenance of muscle integrity in Caenorhabditis elegans

Aging Cell / Aug 09, 2019

Müthel, S., Uyar, B., He, M., Krause, A., Vitrinel, B., Bulut, S., Vasiljevic, D., Marchal, I., Kempa, S., Akalin, A., & Tursun, B. (2019). The conserved histone chaperone LIN‐53 is required for normal lifespan and maintenance of muscle integrity in Caenorhabditis elegans. Aging Cell, 18(6). Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/acel.13012

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Joshua adekunle Babalola, Ph.D.

Graz
A scientist interested in translating life science skills into solving real life problems relating to microbes, aging, neurodegenerative and metabolic diseases. An advocate of inclusive science and life style changes.
Most Relevant Research Interests
Aging
Other Research Interests (10)
Dementia
Neurodegeneration
Life style changes
Metabolic dysfunction
Molecular Biology
And 5 more
About
Joshua Babalola  completed his doctoral studies recently during which he investigated the combinational effects of Type 2 diabetes and protein post translational modification in the pathophysiology of Alzheimer's disease. <br> Joshua is interested in translating life science skills into solving real life problems relating to microbial infections, aging, metabolic dysfunctions and neurodegenerative diseases. Aside these, he advocates for inclusive science and lifestyle changes. Joshua's educational background includes an MSc in Medical Microbiology from Hallym University, South Korea and a PhD in Human Medicine from Medical University of Graz, Austria. He also holds a BSc in Microbiology from Ekiti State University, Nigeria. In Joshua's leisure, he communicates science relating to healthy lifestyle modifications and Dementia via his social media handles.

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Giuliana Noratto

Food Scientist PhD and Registered Dietician - Texas A&M University
Research Interests (29)
Food Science
Nutrition
Human Health
Analytical Chemistry
Nutrition and Dietetics
And 24 more
About
Dr. Giuliana Noratto is a senior associate research scientist at Texas A&M AgriLife. She received her Ph.D. in food science and technology from Texas A&M University System, and her M.Sc. in food science and technology from Universidad Nacional Agraria La Molina. She also holds a B.S. in food science and technology from Universidad Nacional Agraria La Molina. Dr. Noratto’s research interests include food safety and quality, sensory science, and food processing.

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Taryn A. Myers, Ph.D.

Professor of Psychology with publications in risk and protective factors for body image concerns and disordered eating
Research Interests (15)
Body Image
Eating Disorders
Feminist Beliefs
Clinical Psychology
Psychiatry and Mental health
And 10 more
About
Dr. Taryn A. Myers earned her M.A. and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Kent State University, where she served as a Teaching Fellow and Assistant Director of the Psychological Clinic. She received her B.A. in Psychology with an interdisciplinary minor in Women's and Gender Studies from Kenyon College. A native Midwesterner, Dr. Myers completed her clinical residency at the Medical College of Georgia and the Charlie Norwood Veteran's Affairs Medical Center prior to moving to Hampton Roads in 2010. She chose to come to Virginia Wesleyan because of her passion for teaching and the liberal arts. Dr. Myers' research interests include risk and protective factors for body dissatisfaction and disordered eating. She enjoys integrating stories from her clinical work and findings from her research into her teaching to make the material come alive for students. She also engages in editorial activities for such journals as Body Image and Sex Roles. In addition, Dr. Myers enjoys sharing her research with students through independent projects and encourages them to present their work at state and national conferences. Dr. Myers is currently serving as Chair of Psychology as well as Chair of Special Interest Groups of the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT). She is the 2017 recipient of an Early Career Achievement Award from the American Psychological Association, the 2018 recipient of the Samuel Nelson Gray Distinguished Teaching award from VWU, and the 2019 recipient of the ABCT Women's Issues Special Interest Group Early Career Award.

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Vanessa Patrick, Ph.D.

Award-winning researcher, teacher and author with a passion for research, teaching and learning.
Research Interests (30)
Marketing
Everyday Aesthetics
Affect and Sensory Issues
Luxury
Consumer Behavior
And 25 more
About
[Vanessa Patrick, PhD.](https://www.vanessapatrick.net/ "https://www.vanessapatrick.net/") is the Associate Dean for Research, Executive Director of Doctoral Programs (PhD and DBA), a Bauer Professor of Marketing and lead faculty of the Executive Women in Leadership Program at the Bauer School of Business at the University of Houston.   She has been recognized with a number of awards for both scholarship and teaching, including the LeRoy and Lucille Melcher Faculty Excellence award from the Bauer College of Business for Research Excellence (2011), Service Excellence (2016) and Teaching Excellence (2018). In 2012, she was named one of the top 50 most productive marketing scholars worldwide by the DocSig of the American Marketing Association. She was appointed as a Fulbright Specialist (2019-24) by the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. She served in this role by visiting the Institut Teknologi Bandung in Indonesia in November 2022.   She is a regular speaker at both academic and practitioner conferences, including the Association of Consumer Research Conference, the Society of Consumer Psychology conference, the Greater Houston Women’s Chamber of Commerce annual conference, the NAWMBA Annual Gender Diversity Conference and the UH Women of Color Coalition.   She is a prominent scholar in her field and serves on editorial and policy boards of leading academic journals. She is currently an Associate Editor for the Journal of Marketing Research and the Journal of Marketing. She is the author of a new book The Power of Saying No: The New Science of How to Say No that Puts you in charge of your Life. Visit her at [vanessapatrick.net.](https://www.vanessapatrick.net/ "https://www.vanessapatrick.net/")

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Mariane Vicente

posdoctoral researcher in Alzheimer Diseases
Most Relevant Research Interests
Aging
Other Research Interests (11)
Physiology (medical)
Physiology
Cognitive Neuroscience
Neurology
Developmental Neuroscience
And 6 more
About
PhD in Animal Physiology. Experience in the field of Neurophysiology. Has experience with neural ventilation control, sleep-awake cycle (EEG and EMG), patch clamp (in vitro), behavioral models and model for Alzheimer's disease.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

12 total publications

Tauopathy and Epilepsy Comorbidities and Underlying Mechanisms

Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience / Jul 18, 2022

Hwang, K., Vaknalli, R. N., Addo-Osafo, K., Vicente, M., & Vossel, K. (2022). Tauopathy and Epilepsy Comorbidities and Underlying Mechanisms. Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience, 14. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnagi.2022.903973

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Jose Nino, Ph.D

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States of America
Ph.D. candidate in computational materials science | Research/Data Scientist | Python, SQL, Matlab
Most Relevant Research Interests
Aging
Other Research Interests (7)
Mechanics of Materials
Computational Mathematics
Genetics
Cell Biology
Molecular Biology
And 2 more
About
Ph.D. in Engineering with an emphasis on Computational Materials Science. Working on projects for different industries, I have gained significant experience with programming (Python, SQL, Matlab, VBA) and mechanical design, including proficiency in SolidWorks. I'm skilled in handling projects from start to finish, which includes developing hypotheses, collecting and analyzing data, and presenting results.

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Norman Farb

Associate Professor at University of Toronto - Mississauga
Most Relevant Research Interests
Aging
Other Research Interests (33)
Mindfulness- Emotion - Affect - Attention - Neuroscience - Interoception
Cognitive Neuroscience
Experimental and Cognitive Psychology
Psychiatry and Mental health
Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience
And 28 more
About
Norman Farb, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Toronto Mississauga, where he directs the Regulatory and Affective Dynamics laboratory (www.radlab.zone). He studies the psychology of well-being, focusing on mental habits, such as how we think about ourselves and interpret our emotions. He is particularly interested in why people differ in their resilience to stress, depression, and anxiety. Prof. Farb's work currently explores online training to support wellbeing, as well as neuroimaging to understand how emotional reactions predict mental health over the lifespan.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

96 total publications

Do Lifestyle Activities Protect Against Cognitive Decline in Aging? A Review

Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience / Nov 20, 2017

Christie, G. J., Hamilton, T., Manor, B. D., Farb, N. A. S., Farzan, F., Sixsmith, A., Temprado, J.-J., & Moreno, S. (2017). Do Lifestyle Activities Protect Against Cognitive Decline in Aging? A Review. Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience, 9. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnagi.2017.00381

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Dr. Christian Waugh, Ph.D.

Professor of Psychology with expertise in resilience, positive emotions, stress
Most Relevant Research Interests
Aging
Other Research Interests (37)
Emotion
stress
fMRI
psychophysiology
Sociology and Political Science
And 32 more
About
Christian Waugh, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Psychology at Wake Forest University, NC, is an expert in the study of stress resilience, emotions, and effective coping habits. His research features resilience as the result of stress, trauma, and the ability to experience positive emotions in times of stress. Dr. Waugh has been twice honored for teaching excellence at Wake Forest, is a professional speaker, and has published several dozen scientific articles.
Most Relevant Publications (2+)

78 total publications

Falling hard, but recovering resoundingly: Age differences in stressor reactivity and recovery.

Psychology and Aging / Jul 13, 2023

Minton, A. R., Waugh, C. E., Snyder, J. S., Charles, S. T., Haase, C. M., & Mikels, J. A. (2023). Falling hard, but recovering resoundingly: Age differences in stressor reactivity and recovery. Psychology and Aging. https://doi.org/10.1037/pag0000761

Messages that matter: Age differences in affective responses to framed health messages.

Psychology and Aging / Jun 01, 2016

Mikels, J. A., Shuster, M. M., Thai, S. T., Smith-Ray, R., Waugh, C. E., Roth, K., Keilly, A., & Stine-Morrow, E. A. L. (2016). Messages that matter: Age differences in affective responses to framed health messages. Psychology and Aging, 31(4), 409–414. https://doi.org/10.1037/pag0000040

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Balamurugan Tangiisuran

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Associate Professor in Clinical Pharmacy at Universiti Sains Malaysia
Most Relevant Research Interests
Aging
Other Research Interests (51)
Geriatrics
Pharmacy
Internal Medicine
Psychiatry and Mental health
Clinical Psychology
And 46 more
About
Dr. Bala brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role as an Associate Professor in Clinical Pharmacy at the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, USM. He has a proven track record of success in his field, having held key leadership positions such as Director at the Malaysian National Poison Centre and Program Chairman (Clinical Pharmacy) at the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, USM. He holds a Bachelor of Pharmacy from USM and a PhD from Brighton and Sussex Medical School, UK. Additionally, he has been appointed as Visiting Senior Lecturer at King's College London and as a Fellow of the WHO Collaborating Centre for Drug Information at the National Poison Centre. <br> Bala's research focuses on the areas of clinical pharmacy practice and medication safety, as well as geriatric pharmacy. He has published more than 50 peer-reviewed journal articles/abstracts and has been invited as a guest speaker at numerous international and domestic scientific events. He is an experienced internal and external examiner for over 40 PhD and Master thesis and has actively reviewed manuscripts for international academic journals. Bala's teaching activities encompass both undergraduate and postgraduate-level instruction, and he has supervised the research of numerous postgraduate students. He is committed to curriculum development and has implemented innovative and interactive teaching methods to improve student learning outcomes. He has successfully graduated 24 students, including 4 PhDs, 4 MSc, and 16 Master in Clinical Pharmacy. He is dedicated to producing sustainable pharmacy education and closing the knowledge transfer gap for students. If you're interested in Clinical Pharmacy, Geriatric pharmacy, Medication Safety, Research and Education, feel free to connect and exchange ideas.
Most Relevant Publications (2+)

78 total publications

Adverse drug reactions in elderly: challenges in identification and improving preventative strategies

Age and Ageing / May 06, 2009

Tangiisuran, B., Wright, J., Van der Cammen, T., & Rajkumar, C. (2009). Adverse drug reactions in elderly: challenges in identification and improving preventative strategies. Age and Ageing, 38(4), 358–359. https://doi.org/10.1093/ageing/afp050

Comparison of nurses and general caregivers’ knowledge, attitude, and practice on medication administration process and their distress level in long-term care facilities across Penang, Kuala Lumpur, and Selangor of Malaysia

Aging Clinical and Experimental Research / May 19, 2017

Tangiisuran, B., Tye, S. C., Leow, M. Y., & Awang, R. (2017). Comparison of nurses and general caregivers’ knowledge, attitude, and practice on medication administration process and their distress level in long-term care facilities across Penang, Kuala Lumpur, and Selangor of Malaysia. Aging Clinical and Experimental Research, 30(2), 183–191. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40520-017-0772-1

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Lauren Duncan

William R. Kenan, Jr. Professor of Psychology, Smith College, Social, Personality, and Political Psychology
Most Relevant Research Interests
Aging
Other Research Interests (16)
Personality Psychology
Social Psychology
Political activism
Feminist psychology
Political Science and International Relations
And 11 more
About
Lauren Duncan received a doctorate in personality psychology and a graduate certificate in women’s studies from the University of Michigan, and a bachelor’s in economics from the University of Southern California. She is currently working with Smith students to understand why some people become politically active whereas others remain inactive. Some recent projects include the development of measures of group consciousness or politicized group identities—specifically feminist consciousness and queer consciousness. She is also working on a psychobiography of Gloria Steinem to try to explain how she became a feminist icon. Most recently, she has been collecting and translating oral histories of Italian feminist and queer activists in Italy. <br>
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

50 total publications

Midlife women's generativity and authoritarianism: Marriage, motherhood, and 10 years of aging.

Psychology and Aging / Sep 01, 2007

Peterson, B. E., & Duncan, L. E. (2007). Midlife women’s generativity and authoritarianism: Marriage, motherhood, and 10 years of aging. Psychology and Aging, 22(3), 411–419. https://doi.org/10.1037/0882-7974.22.3.411

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Steve Joordens

UofT Professor of Psychology with a passion for preventive mental health and education
Research Interests (30)
Memory
Educational Technologies
Developing Transferable Skills
Developmental and Educational Psychology
Experimental and Cognitive Psychology
And 25 more
About
Initially trained as a Cognitive Psychologist with expertise on conscious versus unconscious influences on performance, Steve has more recently become a strong proponent of preventative mental health efforts. During the pandemic Steve created a free online course at Coursera.org entitled Understanding and Managing the Anxiety of COVID 19, a course that has over 180,000 registered students. That lead him to then created more specialized courses, one supporting Police Officers and another supporting Health Care Workers, providing each with a better understanding of the stressors associated with their chosen work, and giving them tips and strategies for managing their mental health. Since then Steve has become a common media commentator around preventative mental health, and has begun supporting both not for profits (The GenWell Initiative) and commercial entities (OOt Social) to bring mental health support to corporations, students, and the general public.

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Example aging projects

How can companies collaborate more effectively with researchers, experts, and thought leaders to make progress on aging?

Designing Age-Friendly Technology Solutions

An academic researcher in Aging can collaborate with a technology company to design age-friendly technology solutions. They can conduct user research to understand the specific needs and preferences of older adults, and then work with the company's design and development teams to create products that are intuitive, accessible, and inclusive for older users.

Developing Healthcare Services for Aging Population

A healthcare company can collaborate with an academic researcher in Aging to develop specialized healthcare services for the aging population. The researcher can provide insights into the unique healthcare needs of older adults, conduct studies to evaluate the effectiveness of existing services, and work with the company to design and implement evidence-based interventions and programs.

Creating Age-Friendly Retail Environments

A retail company can collaborate with an academic researcher in Aging to create age-friendly retail environments. The researcher can provide expertise in store layout and design, lighting, signage, and product placement to enhance the shopping experience for older adults. They can also conduct research on consumer behavior and preferences among older adults to inform marketing and product development strategies.

Implementing Age-Inclusive HR Policies

An academic researcher in Aging can collaborate with a company's HR department to implement age-inclusive policies and practices. They can conduct research on age-related biases and stereotypes in the workplace, provide training on age diversity and inclusion, and help develop strategies to attract, retain, and support older employees. This collaboration can lead to a more inclusive and age-diverse workforce, fostering innovation and productivity.

Designing Aging-Friendly Housing Solutions

A real estate development company can collaborate with an academic researcher in Aging to design aging-friendly housing solutions. The researcher can provide insights into the housing needs and preferences of older adults, conduct studies on accessibility and universal design, and work with the company's architects and designers to create housing options that promote independent living, safety, and well-being for older residents.