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Experimental gerontology in the Nordic countries
1Institute of Anatomy, University of Aarhus, Universitetsparken, Bygning 230, DK-8000 C, Aarhus, Denmark. av@ana.au.dk
Experimental Gerontology
|March 16, 2001
Summary
Geriatric medicine research in Nordic countries began in the 1950s, focusing on aging epidemiology. Recent years have seen major molecular gerontology initiatives and scattered experimental gerontology groups across universities.
Area of Science:
- Geriatric Medicine
- Experimental Gerontology
- Epidemiology of Aging
Background:
- Nordic geriatric medicine research initiated in the 1950s, influenced by UK traditions.
- Early focus on longitudinal epidemiological studies of normal aging.
- Geriatric medicine chairs established in many Nordic medical schools.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the development and current state of geriatric medicine and gerontology research in Nordic countries.
- To highlight key research centers and initiatives in the region.
Main Methods:
- Country-wise review of geriatric medicine and gerontology research activities.
- Identification of major research undertakings and university-based groups.
- Analysis of historical development and current distribution of research efforts.
Main Results:
- Geriatric medicine has established academic presence, while experimental gerontology is more dispersed.
- Significant research initiatives include the Danish Centre for Molecular Gerontology and Karolinska Institutet's geriatrics division.
- Research groups are active across universities in Denmark, Finland, and Norway.
Conclusions:
- Geriatric medicine research is well-established in Nordic countries, with a growing focus on molecular gerontology.
- Experimental gerontology research is emerging but remains fragmented across departments.
- Continued development and collaboration in gerontology research are evident in the region.