The Center for Aging and Population Sciences
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The official account of the Center for Aging and Population Sciences at The University of Texas at Austin @UTAustin
Joined January 2021
New research by CAPS affiliate Karen Fingerman finds that everyday social contact boosts emotional well-being, with in-person interactions uniquely supporting older adults in sharing negative emotions. Read more here: https://t.co/LmWNwm0L1r
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Communications Psychology - Older adults prioritize emotional well-being in their relationships, but communication of emotion may differ during in-person and phone contact. Older adults...
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CAPS is spotlighted in the UT News article “Tackling Dementia from Every Angle,” which features the significant work underway at UT to improve treatments for dementia and related conditions. https://t.co/kXrIoZfgg1
news.utexas.edu
Across the University, researchers are developing the next big breakthroughs in the prevention, treatment or cure of Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related conditions.
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CAPS Faculty Affiliate Jared Benge featured in the Washington Post article, “Why you should embrace new technology as you age”, where he shares expertise on how staying engaged with technology may support healthy cognitive aging. https://t.co/JtM3eoCcEK
washingtonpost.com
Engagement with technology, far from contributing to “brain rot,” may offer cognitive benefits to older adults.
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CAPS faculty at UT Austin recently presented groundbreaking research on dementia risk, prevention, and intervention—turning knowledge into action to fight these devastating diseases. 🎥 Missed the event? The full video recording is now available! 👉
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We are thrilled to share that the Center for Aging and Population Sciences (CAPS) at The University of Texas at Austin has been featured in the UT News article “9 Ways UT Is Advancing Dementia Research”!
news.utexas.edu
From studying how technology can help treat memory problems, to developing therapies to remove abnormal brain proteins, to training the next-generation
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📅JOIN US TOMORROW Dementia Risk, Prevention, and Intervention: A Research Agenda at UT Austin Friday, October 31st 12:00 - 1:00 pm CT Robert L. Patton Hall, Room 1.302E Or Virtual More info@ https://t.co/xjQAvOFwo0
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UT News features CAPS Faculty Affiliate Adreana Haley's study in new article, "Study Finds Dietary Changes Quickly Alter Brain Markers Linked to Memory and Inflammation."
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AUSTIN, Texas — A new study from researchers at The University of Texas at Austin reveals that following a low-calorie or low-carbohydrate diet can
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Dr. Karen Fingerman was featured in the NYTimes Article "Social Ties Help You Live Longer. What Does That Mean for Introverts? You don’t have to be the life of every party to reap the health benefits." https://t.co/GNkbaEFUsG
nytimes.com
You don’t have to be the life of every party to reap the health benefits.
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CAPS Faculty Affiliate Bo Xie Secures NIH Grant to Advance AI-Powered Research Training
nursing.utexas.edu
Bo Xie, PhD, FGSA, professor at The University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing and School of Information, has received a National Institutes of Health (NIH) award from the National Institute on...
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🎉 Dr. Fingerman’s Psychology Today piece, “A Better Solution to Loneliness: Ties on the Fringe,” is an Essential Read in Loneliness, Friends & Social Networking—showing how connections beyond our closest ties ease loneliness & boost well-being.
psychologytoday.com
Fringe-ships are the easy-bake alternative to friendships.
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📢 @UTAustinSoc is hiring an Assistant Professor level in the area of aging to begin Fall of academic year 2026-27. The committee will begin reviewing applications on October 21, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. More information @
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Jared Benge featured in the NYT article, “How Older People Are Reaping Brain Benefits From New Tech.” He shares expertise on the intersection of tech and brain health, offering insight into how new tools are supporting cognitive aging.
nytimes.com
Overuse of digital gadgets harms teenagers, research suggests. But ubiquitous technology may be helping older Americans stay sharp.
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CAPS Director, Debra Umberson, featured in the latest PRB issue: 7 Trends Reshaping the Health and Lifespans of America’s Rapidly Aging Population https://t.co/oBJaZyjgEA
prb.org
Experts point to key dynamics challenging policymakers, health care planners, and families.
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Upcoming Deadline: Travel award applications for early career investigators to attend the upcoming RCCN Workshop on AD/ADRD Multidisciplinary Research! View the RFA here: https://t.co/hJGyMtK1VK
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