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The Sealy Center on Aging at UTMB Health: Leading Aging Research Since 1995

The Sealy Center on Aging focuses on improving the health and well-being of older adults through interdisciplinary research, education, and community service by integrating the resources and activities relevant to aging at UTMB. The Center also implements our research findings in hospitals and clinics, bringing excellence and visibility to our health care system, and improving the health of older adults.

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Sealy Center on Aging (SCOA)
301 University Blvd.
Galveston, TX 77555-0177
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Phone: (409) 747-0008
Email: aging.research@utmb.edu

News from the Sealy Center on Aging



  • April 22: DMAC-CERCIT Seminar Series

    April 3, 2025, 10:43 AM by SCOA

    Join us for the Data Management and Analysis Core (DMAC) for Comparative Effectiveness Research on Cancer in Texas (CERCIT) Seminar Series: "Deep Learning Approach to Nonparametric Propensity Score Estimation with Optimized Covariate Balance," is presented by Maosen Peng, MD Anderson

  • Pepper Investigators Lecture Features Dr. Skarupski

    March 31, 2025, 09:55 AM by SCOA

    Please join us for the next Pepper Investigators Lecture: "Navigating Turbulent Waters: Leveraging Artificial and Real Intelligence Tools," presented by Kimberly A. Skarupski, PhD, MPH, Associate Vice Provost, Leadership Development; Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, Divisions of Geriatrics, John Sealy School of Medicine; Professor, Department of Epidemiology, School of Public and Population Health on April 30, 2025 at noon in RSH 6.100 and via Teams. Lunch provided for those in person.

  • Where You Live Can Influence Recovery From Brain Injury

    March 31, 2025, 09:51 AM by SCOA

    Where a person lives can influence their recovery from a traumatic brain injury, according to a new study by UTMB’s Dr. Monique Pappadis and a team of researchers. “The intricate relationship between healthcare access and community socioeconomic factors necessitates sophisticated strategies to increase equity,” the research team concluded.

  • Training Program Aims to Improve Diabetes Care in Community Clinics

    March 20, 2025, 09:04 AM by SCOA

    A new study highlights the success of a training program designed to improve diabetes care in community clinics. Led by researchers at The University of Texas Medical Branch, including SCOA Fellows Drs. Vaughan and Raji, the study represents an important step toward improving diabetes care in underserved communities, providing clinicians with the tools to deliver high-quality care in resource-limited settings.


Areas of Research

SCOA brings together faculty from all UTMB Schools with expertise in research, education and clinical care related to aging. It provides the infrastructure and resources to ignite new collaborative translational research foci and support externally funded research on aging. It also supports educational programs on aging and geriatrics and outreach in the community. SCOA directly assists Core Investigators by providing support that includes: office space, editorial services, pilot funds, research infrastructure, and administration. 

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Hello world! We are excited to connect with you here about aging research from UTMB Health, including funding, new grants, researcher highlights, important findings, and more. Students, trainees, and early career researchers are invited to follow us for announcements and opportunities 🤜🤛

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— Sealy Center on Aging (@utmbscoa.bsky.social) Jan 31, 2025 at 10:29 AM