Faculty Research

Aging Epidemiology

Areas of research broadly include

  • musculoskeletal health, mobility, and disability
  • body composition and sarcopenia
  • osteoporosis and osteoarthritis
  • falls and fall injuries
  • biology of aging and longevity
  • diversity, health equity, and social determinants
  • health services
  • diabetes and cardiovascular aging
  • cognitive and mental health
  • sleep and circadian science
  • clinical geroscience

Faculty Contact

Elsa S. Strotmeyer

Epidemiology of Aging Training Grant

All trainees participate in a four-course series on aging, hands-on research training, research conferences, and seminars. Additional career development opportunities for post-doctoral students are available. 

Epidemiology of Aging Training Grant

All doctoral trainees design, implement, analyze data, and report the results of an independent study as part of the program with a goal of submitting three manuscripts for publication. Trainees are encouraged to present their research in a variety of venues, including Pitt Public Health's annual student research competition Dean's Day, Aging Institute Research Day, and national scientific meetings. 

Faculty Working in Aging Epidemiology

Faculty members primarily working in this area include: 

Collaborating Faculty

Department of Epidemiology unless otherwise noted.