Technology for an Ageing Population

Ambient kitchenMost people aspire to grow older in their own homes with the maximum possible independence. From a young age we can make choices in lifestyle, diet and exercise which significantly affect the quality of our lives as we age. From monitoring of our personal ageing process, health conditions and response to interventions, to assistive technology and inclusive design, technology has a significant role to play in facilitating both these aspirations and the choices that affect them.

The Technology for an Ageing Population theme is focused on the development, evaluation and implementation of the devices, tools and technologies that facilitate healthy ageing and lifelong vitality and promote independent living as people grow older.

The theme brings together unique collaborations and partnerships between academia, health care and industry to accelerate translation of technology from laboratory to hospital and community care.

Areas of technology expertise include:

  • bioengineering
  • pervasive computing
  • communications
  • signal processing and sensors

These are supported by other skill/knowledge sets in:

  • human centred design
  • transport
  • clinical problem solving and medical device innovatio
  • mass customisation
  • primary care
  • modelling and motion analysis

In addition to the IAH, members of the theme represent a variety of organisations within and external to the University including:

Current projects are interdisciplinary and cross faculty involving engineers, designers, clinicians, social scientists and older people.

Technology for an Ageing Population Theme Leader:

Dr Louise Robinson

Institute for Ageing and Health staff involved:

Technology For An Ageing Population

Dr Lynne Corner
Director of Engagement - Changing Age

Professor Robert Young