HEALTHY AGING

This study tests whether regular warm-water baths can improve blood sugar control and brain energy use in healthy adults aged 65 and older who are at risk for Alzheimer's disease. Over 10 weeks, 60 participants will soak in warm water three times a week. Researchers will measure …

This study tests whether an 8-week forest therapy program—combining walking, resistance band exercises, and sensory activities like aromatherapy—can improve muscle strength and well-being in older women with sarcopenia. Thirty-six women aged 55 and older will participate in 16 se…

This study looks at whether a specially designed group resistance training program (called RESID) is safe, enjoyable, and helpful for adults with Down syndrome aged 20 to 45. The program includes exercises like lifting weights or using resistance bands. Researchers want to see if…

This study compares two types of balance training for older adults (55+): interactive video games (exergaming using Xbox Kinect) and standard Otago exercises. Over 6 weeks, 36 participants will do supervised sessions three times a week. The goal is to see which approach better im…

This early-phase study tests whether a noninvasive technique called transcranial focused ultrasound (tFUS) can improve memory in people with mild neurocognitive disorder and in healthy older adults. Using MRI guidance, the device sends sound waves to specific brain areas. The tri…

This pilot study is following 80 adults aged 30 and older who are members of the Wellness Institute in Manitoba. Researchers are collecting a wide range of health data over one year, including fitness levels, diet, sleep, stress, and medical history. The goal is to understand how…

This study aimed to find out how common swallowing problems are in older adults who survive an ICU stay, and how those problems affect their recovery and quality of life. Researchers planned to evaluate swallowing safety, cough strength, and frailty in participants. However, the …

This study looks at how people age biologically, focusing on Chinese, Malay, and Indian adults in Singapore. Researchers will measure things like DNA changes, heart health, and physical strength to understand why some people age better than others. The goal is to learn how lifest…

The ALOHA study is a community-based research project for adults aged 50 and older in the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia area. Over five years, participants receive annual health assessments—including physical and cognitive tests—and get a personalized 'Health Passport'…

This study aimed to see if personalized, noninvasive brain stimulation could improve working memory in healthy adults aged 50 to 85. Researchers planned to test different stimulation settings and measure brain activity changes. However, the study was withdrawn before any particip…

This study looks at how age, sex, and eating a fatty meal affect the body's internal daily rhythms, known as the chronobiome. Researchers will compare blood samples from 48 healthy adults, half aged 18-30 and half aged 55-75, to see differences in proteins. The goal is to better …

This study tests whether a new equation can accurately predict a person's one-repetition maximum (the heaviest weight they can lift once) using easier, submaximal tests. Researchers will compare the predicted values to actual max lifts in 120 young and older adults. The goal is t…

This study looks at how different types of mental and social activities might help keep the brain flexible and thinking skills strong in people over 65. Researchers will measure memory, attention, and problem-solving using computer tests. The goal is to learn more about healthy a…

This study looks at how walking with special visual patterns affects the brain in healthy older adults. Participants will walk on a treadmill while following visual cues, and researchers will measure brain activity and walking patterns. The goal is to understand how different typ…