The University of Rochester Aging Institute
Promoting Vitality in Aging through discovery, collaboration and innovation.
The University of Rochester Aging Institute (URAI) is a University-wide initiative that integrates existing aging-related strengths and expertise, spanning a myriad of departments, schools and research centers across campuses, including research, patient care, education and community outreach. We aim to empower patients to achieve healthful longevity by promoting vitality, health, independence, and engagement of all adults as they age.
The URAI provides a framework for collaboration related to three pillars of strength across the entire University and Greater Rochester region:
- Vital Discovery: Research
- Vital Care: Age-Friendly Health Services
- Vital Living: Community Collaboration
Featured News
Featured News
Aging Researchers Uncover Bowhead Whales’ Secret to Long Life
Bowhead whales can survive for 200 years and seldom get age-related diseases like cancer. UR Aging Institute researchers discovered a protein that may be the key to the whales’ longevity, and could one day help humans live longer.
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Dec 12, 2025
Wilmot Highlights Blood Cancer Research at National Meeting
Wilmot Highlights Blood Cancer Research at National Meeting
Oct 31, 2025
Stretching Exercises for Arthritis
Stretching Exercises for Arthritis
Oct 29, 2025
Secret to a Long Life? In Bowhead Whales, a Protein Repairs Damaged DNA
Secret to a Long Life? In Bowhead Whales, a Protein Repairs Damaged DNA
December 16, 2025
Tideswell Emerging Leaders in Aging Conference Hosted by the University of Rochester
October 7, 2025
National Award Recipient Builds on URMC Legacy of Advancing Geriatric Care
June 27, 2025
UR Resilience Research Center (UR°C) Awarded $2M
June 25, 2025
Aging Researchers Highlight Discovery of Anti-Aging Mechanisms in Bats
Upcoming Events
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Oct 29
Cultivating a Writing Life: reflections from a senior family physician Colleen T. Fogarty, MD, MSc, FAAFP, William Rocktaschel Professor and Chair, Department of Family... -
Nov 5
Music for the Mind: Harmonizing cognitive, emotional, and social well-being through piano training in mild cognitive impairment Rose Lin, PhD, RN, Assistant Professor, School... -
Nov 12
Aging in Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD): Concerns for Dementia Seth Keller, MD, Co-President National Task Group, AADMD Adults with IDD are... -
Nov 18
Engaging with the arts is a powerful way to promote vitality in later life. The UR Aging Institute and MAG are hosting this event to help make the Greater Rochester area an...