Summary The study investigates how the vulnerability of neighborhoods where caregivers live (in terms of environmental, social, economic and infrastructural risk) is associated with changes in visitation patterns to nursing homes during and after a major natural disaster: Hurricane Ian. Please follow the link below to read the full…
Some people spring into action at dawn, while others prefer a slower start to their day. Whether you rise with a grin or a groan, scientists say your internal clock — known as the circadian rhythm — might influence that behavior and much more.
Todd Manini, Ph.D., spoke in Ocala, Florida on November the 6th for the Institute for Human and Machine Cognition. The title of the lecture was: Gerotechnology Tools for Understanding Mobility Resilience in Late-Life Some of the newer tools being used include wearable sensors, mobile applications, and remote monitoring…
In recognition of her work to build healthier communities and providing hundreds with power over cancer, Carolyn M. Tucker, Ph.D., has received a 2024 President’s Lifetime Achievement Award from the office of U.S. President Joe Biden.
External Advisory Board meeting in May On May 23, 2024, the Pepper Center held a highly productive External Advisory Board meeting. The primary focus was to review our recent advancements, assess strategic goals, and gather valuable insights to drive our future initiatives. The board members provided critical feedback and actionable…
A new interactive series launched in February by the University of Florida’s Department of Health Outcomes and Biomedical Informatics and the Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) helps researchers obtain direct, confidential feedback about proposed research. Called a “Design Studio,” the one-hour meeting mimics a National Institutes of Health (NIH) study…
Held for the first time in Malachowsky Hall, HOBI Education Day was a great success. We appreciate the organizers and many graduate students who contributed. During the full-day event, HOBI graduate students showcased research presentations, shark tank pitches, and posters.
