NACDA Program on Aging

10/08/2026

Why is labeling and defining missing data so crucial? And why is it important to understand whether the data is missing randomly or systematically?

To answer these questions and learn more about missing data, watch our NoStupidQuestions series here: https://myumi.ch/ICPSRNoStupidQuestions

10/05/2026

Just want to share a heartfelt "Thank you" to Margarett (aka Dr. MM) for taking such good care of NACDA's social media! We've been very lucky to benefit from her artistic and analytical talents. NACDA will be posting less often, but we learned from the best and will do what we can to keep things interesting.

10/01/2026

Researchers studying aging and population health often need neighborhood-level data, but finding and linking those data to existing surveys can be challenging.

Join a virtual workshop on Oct. 7 at 12 p.m. EDT to learn how to use the National Neighborhood Data Archive (NaNDA), an ISR resource offering free, publicly available neighborhood measures across the United States and multiple decades.

Participants will receive practical guidance on selecting NaNDA datasets, working with geographic identifiers and temporal alignment, and linking neighborhood measures with survey and administrative data for aging research.

Learn more and register for the workshop: https://myumi.ch/G7q9M

09/30/2026

GSA's Annual Scientific Meeting returns November 4-7 in National Harbor, MD, with nearly 600 sessions on aging science, research, and education. This year's theme: Reinforcing Resilience in Aging Science, Research and Education. Registration is open.
https://buff.ly/Hev0aB0

09/30/2026

Steadier midlife employment was linked to sharper cognition later in life. Using Health and Retirement Study data on over 2,400 adults, researchers found inconsistent work histories and early retirement tied to memory deficits equal to years of extra aging. Published in Alzheimer's & Dementia.
https://buff.ly/IxP53Oc

09/30/2026

Since 1998, the Chinese Longitudinal Healthy Longevity Survey has studied the oldest-old, including centenarians, across 22 provinces in China. Over 85,000 variables on health, longevity, and quality of life are archived through NACDA. Explore CLHLS.
https://buff.ly/Xgbfykz

09/30/2026

Cognition and Aging in the USA followed U.S. adults born in 1956 or earlier through three waves, testing memory, reasoning, and personality alongside health and economic measures. Public-use data, free to explore. https://buff.ly/5GVxoDi

09/29/2026

Humor may do more for older adults than lighten the mood. Research reviewed in Psychology Today links laughter to muscle relaxation, higher pain tolerance, and stronger social bonds, benefits that matter as people navigate aging-related challenges.

As we age, humor can become a powerful ally. Discover how it can ease stress, refresh thinking, deepen connections, and enhance well-being in our later years.

09/29/2026

The Center for Aging, Health & Environment is funding 2-3 seed grants of $25,000 for projects integrating social and environmental data on aging. NIA-funded, open to researchers examining aging-environment intersections. Deadline: October 30.

Opportunity Knocks! Are you looking for new opportunities? You’re in the right place! We list job postings, calls for proposals, and other opportunities here. If you know of an opportunity you’d like to share, please let us know! 2026 CACHE Call for Workshop Proposals -We invite proposals for a ...

09/29/2026

How does aging look across the world? The WHO's Study on Global AGEing and Adult Health followed adults in China, Ghana, India, Mexico, Russia, and South Africa, tracking health, cognition, and daily functioning. Public-use data, free to explore.

Principal Investigator(s): View help for Principal Investigator(s) Somnath Chatterji, World Health Organization; Paul Kowal, World Health Organization, and University of Newcastle