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Ageing and Health

Addressing the national and global challenges - and opportunities - associated with an ageing population.

Leading globally in ageing research

We are a global leader in ageing research. We work across the full spectrum of age-related challenges, including:

  • discovery science
  • ground-breaking translational ageing studies
  • social and economic aspects
  • the built environment
  • innovative products and services
  • policy

Read about our vision for ageing and multiple long-term conditions

Taking our discoveries from lab to the community

Our history of research and experience in ageing gives us a clear perspective on cradle to grave issues. We have a well-practised ability to take discoveries from the laboratory into the clinic and into the community.

We address the national and global challenges associated with an ageing population. We work through our people, our place and partnerships.

Collaboration for improved ageing

Improved ageing starts with collaboration. Our NIHR Newcastle Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) is partnered with Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and funded by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR).

We have a long history of excellence in translational research. We’re one of a small number of university and NHS partnerships to have been awarded NIHR BRC status in every funding round since 2007.

Though there are 20 BRCs across England, the Newcastle BRC is the only one that focuses on converting lab-based ageing research into practical and meaningful benefits for patients, the public and the health and care system.

Find out more about NIHR Newcastle Biomedical Research Centre

We are one of only eight Academic Health Science Centres in the UK. This means we bring the region's world-class research, NHS and city partners together. This centre is key to addressing health and social inequalities.

In 2016, we were the first University to become a partner of the International Longevity Centre, the UK’s specialist think tank on the impact of longevity on society.

Our Future Homes Alliance is developing new housing solutions for our ageing society. The development is an example of sustainable urban housing. Homes will feature innovative designs, creating flexible living space to suit residents’ changing needs. 66 homes are in development at our Newcastle Helix site.

National Innovation Centre for Ageing

We host the National Innovation Centre for Ageing. The team works with businesses to leverage the economic opportunities of demographic change.

The centre is also home to VOICE, a global community of patients, carers and other citizens.

They share their lived experience to focus research and development on needs and priorities.

Find out more about the National Innovation Centre for Ageing

The Catalyst building, home of the National Innovation Centre for Ageing. Image credit: Mark Slater

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