UNSW Ageing Futures Institute

✨ Reflecting on a successful 2024 Annual Research Symposium! ✨ On Wednesday 30 October, UNSW Ageing Futures Institute members and colleagues gathered for the 2024 Annual Research Symposium to showcase ageing research and innovative solutions for an ageing society. This year's theme, Responding to Societal Challenges in Ageing, set the stage for a day to showcase the impact of ageing research at UNSW. From dynamic sessions on reimagining aged care, advancing AI and innovation, and supporting culturally diverse ageing communities, to an engaging panel discussion with Professor Michael Kidd, Professor Rebecca Ivers AM FAHMS FRSN and Professor Bingqin Li on "Balancing Academic Excellence and Societal Impact" - the event fostered robust dialogue and collaboration. Another highlight of the event was the exceptional keynote address from Commissioner Robert Fitzgerald AM, Age Discrimination Commissioner, whose insights underscored the importance of inclusive research, policies, and practices for older Australians. We also celebrated the outstanding contributions of our Early-Career Researchers in Ageing, presenting awards for Best Poster Exhibition and Best Rapid-Fire Presentation, as well as recognising Excellence in Interdisciplinary Research and Future Ageing Impact. Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to this fantastic event—we look forward to continuing to work together to advance research that shapes a better future for an ageing society. Read about the full program at https://lnkd.in/gTeWWZc9 - Professor Kaarin Anstey (Director, UNSW Ageing Futures Institute) #ageingresearch #researchers #UNSW

🚀 Join us for the next UNSW Ageing Futures Institute Seminar: Boost 2.0: Can Nursing Students Boost Exercise in Geriatric Rehabilitation? 🚀 On Thursday, 14 November 2024 (1pm-1:45pm AEDT), Institute member Dr Seema Radhakrishnan will present research from a UNSW Ageing Futures Institute Seed Grant about utilising a novel workforce model to support effective rehabilitation.🌱 👉 Register now and get all the details here: https://lnkd.in/gMBYR2Hx #rehabilitation #nursing #olderpeople #geriatrics #medicine

🚀 ON TODAY: Healthy Longevity: From Nutrition to Mental Health 🚀 This webinar will be held on Thursday, 10 October 2024 (1pm-1:45pm AEDT). Hear from insights into sustainable nutrition and lifestyle factors that promote healthy ageing and longevity with Institute members Dr Zhaoli Dai-Keller and Dr Yvonne Leung 🌱 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/g_2ZjpCQ

October 9 is #Ageism Awareness Day 📣 Did you know that if you're over 50 – or even 40 – and searching for work, you’ve likely encountered ageism? It’s a challenge many face, yet it's often unexpected. But here’s the good news: multigenerational workplaces, where different age groups collaborate, are shown to be not only more productive but more enjoyable for everyone. So why don’t we see more of them? 🎙 To learn what makes multigenerational teams successful and how we can combat ageism in the workplace, check out our latest podcast episode: https://lnkd.in/guX3piCn Let’s continue to build workplaces - and a society - where all generations can thrive!

Join us at the Tea & Technology Cafe on 6 December at UNSW! This event offers older people and stakeholders the chance to explore exciting new innovations in technology - including AI companions, virtual reality, and robotics. Register your attendance through Eventbrite: https://lnkd.in/gnYESdtn

🚀 Join us for the next UNSW Ageing Futures Institute Seminar: Healthy Longevity: From Nutrition to Mental Health 🚀 On Thursday, 10 October 2024 (1pm-1:45pm AEDT), discover insights into sustainable nutrition and lifestyle factors that promote healthy ageing and longevity with Dr Zhaoli Dai-Keller and Dr Yvonne Leung. 🌱 👉 Register now and get all the details here: https://lnkd.in/g_2ZjpCQ #Ageing #Longevity #Nutrition #MentalHealth #healthandwellness

🌟 Is Dementia an Inevitable Part of Ageing? 🌟 This is the big question explored in Episode 5 of our New Ideas in Ageing podcast series, featuring Professor Kaarin Anstey, Director of the UNSW Ageing Futures Institute and the first Australian academic appointed to the World Dementia Council. In this episode, Professor Anstey offers her expert insights on dementia, guiding us through the science of cognitive decline as we age. Is dementia something we can avoid, or is it inevitable? Find out in this fascinating discussion. 🎧 Tune in now: https://lnkd.in/gsZMRg8m 🧠 It's also Dementia Action Week, and this year's theme, Act Now for a Dementia-Friendly Future, reminds us all of the steps we can take today to support a more inclusive society for those living with dementia. #DementiaActionWeek #DementiaAwareness #Ageing #NewIdeasInAgeing #CognitiveHealth

The number of Australians living with dementia projected to more than double by 2058 "We need to invest in dementia care – we have a looming problem of a reduction in people in the working age population, while we will have an increase in people needing care," says UNSW Ageing Futures Institute Director Professor Kaarin Anstey. Read the full article to understand why Australia must focus on prevention and strengthen primary care to effectively address the projected rise in #dementia: https://lnkd.in/gY7FuKWz?

🎙️ New Ideas in Ageing is a podcast series by the UNSW Ageing Futures Institute where we explore the future of #ageing in our rapidly evolving world. Across seven episodes, renowned experts from psychology, health, urban planning, the arts, engineering, and more, tackle the big questions of our time. From challenging the inevitability of dementia to creating age-diverse workplaces and addressing inequities in ageing, this series reimagines what it means to age in today's world. 🎧 Listen now at https://lnkd.in/gB74CEjb   Experts include Professor Kaarin Anstey, Professor Jill Bennett, Professor Rebecca Ivers AM FAHMS FRSN, Professor Nigel Lovell, Dr Catherine Rickwood PhD & Dr Edgar Liu. Special thanks to our podcast host Keryn Curtis and the team at ImpactInstitute

By 2050 an estimated 3.5 million Australians are expected to access aged care services. How can we ensure the delivery of optimal care for individuals and society? The UNSW Ageing Futures Institute leads interdisciplinary research that includes innovative solutions for the future of aged care. The Institute's work covers dementia care, reablement, intergenerational and cultural models of care, social robotics, and AI. Learn more about our groundbreaking research in the latest issue of Research Australia's INSPIRE Magazine: https://lnkd.in/g2BeEy3