Ageing Well Through Adulthood

Addressing the pressing health-related challenges of our time, our Ageing Well Through Adulthood theme draws together multidisciplinary researchers with a vision to improve and/or maintain physical and mental health and wellbeing in people through adulthood. The global population is ageing rapidly and with this come a range of socio-economic issues driven by poor health. This demographic shift is a major social transformation, influencing numerous aspects of society. As such, our overarching goal is to advance our understanding of the processes and mechanisms involved through our adult life.

Led by Dr. Daniele Magistro, our multidisciplinary team of experts spans various fields, including physiology, psychology, sociology, biomechanics, and public health, all working in synergy to create a comprehensive understanding of health journeys through adulthood. Challenges related to Non-Communicable Diseases, poor diet, health inequalities, and physical inactivity represent some of the multiple factors that can impact the ageing process. Our work provides evidence and expertise to inform global policy and practice to support ageing well, where cultivating a smoother transition from adulthood to older age elevates the quality of life for older adults.