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Sealy Center on Aging @utmbscoa.bsky.social · 1d

Please join us in welcoming visiting scholar Diego Urrunaga-Pastor, MD to UTMB Health. His work bridges clinical medicine, public health, and statistical methodology, with a focus on aging, chronic disease, and health decision-making in Latin America. utmb.us/ely

WHOPAHO Scholar Highlight: Diego Urrunaga-Pastor, MD

Please join us in welcoming visiting scholar Diego Urrunaga-Pastor, MD to UTMB Health.

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UTMB Department of Population Health & Health Disparities @utmb-phhd.bsky.social · 1d

Meet Dr. Brian Downer, Associate Professor at UTMB PHHD. He studies cognition, dementia, and healthcare use in older adults and directs two PhD programs in Population Health and Rehabilitation & Health Services Research.

Watch the full video: utmb.us/ehz

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UTMB John Sealy School of Medicine @utmbjssom.bsky.social · 1d

In 1891, 23 med students walked into a single building in Galveston and started something that’s still shaping healthcare today.

Hands-on from day one. Built by community. Still standing.

The story’s worth a read: utmb.us/elo

#UTMB #MedEd #HistoryWithPurpose #MedicalSchool #Galveston

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Sealy Center on Aging @utmbscoa.bsky.social · 13d

UTMB Community: Submit your abstract to the Forum on Aging by October 3!

Sealy Center on Aging @utmbscoa.bsky.social · Aug 27

Save the date for the 28th Annual Forum on Aging at UTMB Health! The Forum provides a platform for faculty members, fellows, and students to share their ongoing aging research. Stay tuned for a call for abstracts! www.utmb.edu/scoa/forum

Save the Date
The 28th Annual Forum on Aging
October 16, 2025
4-6pm
www.utmb.edu/scoa/forum
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Sealy Center on Aging @utmbscoa.bsky.social · 6d

💪What does it take to age well? Join experts on brain health, aging research, nutrition, & geriatric care as they share insights, practical tips, & resources for living longer and better on Oct 22 at OLLI. Free & open to the public. Register today! utmb.us/ekn

AGING WELL: What you need to know

What does it take to age well today?

Join UTMB Health experts on brain health, aging research, nutrition and geriatric care as they share the latest insights, practical tips and resources for living longer and better

Wednesday, October 22, 2025
9:30 am – 11:30 am
OLLI at UTMB Health
1200 Market Street
Galveston, TX 77555
FREE Parking
(Entrance at Mechanic Street)

FREE – OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (OLLI Membership not required)
FREE Parking (Entrance at Mechanic Street)

Register Now: https://utmb.us/ejf

AGENDA:

9:30 am - 10:15 am
Geriatric Medicine and Your 4 M's
Dr. Mukaila Raji, Professor & Director, Geriatric Medicine
Nutrition and Sleep Health
Dr. Emily Lantz, Assistant Professor, Nutrition Sciences

10:15 am - 10:30 am
BREAK

10:30 am - 11:15 am
Aging Research - What's Next?
Dr. Missy Morrow, Director, Sealy Center on Aging
Geroscience: What Is It and How Can You Get Involved?
Dr. Alan Landay, Vice President, Team Science

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UTMB Department of Population Health & Health Disparities @utmb-phhd.bsky.social · 9d

Applause for Dr. Meredith Masel, voted Best Professor in The Daily News Readers’ Choice 2025. Galveston readers recognized a teacher whose courses strengthen communication, care, and collaboration. SPPH is proud to learn with her!

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Sealy Center on Aging @utmbscoa.bsky.social · 7d

✍️ Dr. Markides is a contributor to this article in honor of International Day of Older Persons on October 1.

❓How has an older adult made a difference in your life? Share your story in the comments below.

Daily 27 @daily27.bsky.social · 8d

📰Special Issue #Daily27 for the #InternationalDayOfOlderPersons
International experts share insights on new beginnings after 60, health and ageing in migrant communities, and how mental well-being fuels the transformative impact of older adults 👇🧵

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Sealy Center on Aging @utmbscoa.bsky.social · 9d

UTMB Community: Join us for the next DMAC CERCIT Seminar Series: "Challenges in Non-Inferiority Testing: Why It's Not Just a One-Sided Version of Superiority Testing," presented by Samiran Ghosh, Professor & Chair, Department of Biostatistics & Data Science, UT Health Houston. www.utmb.edu/dmac

Seminar: Challenges in Non-Inferiority Testing: Why It's Not Just a One-Sided Version of Superiority Testing

Presented by: Dr. Samiran Ghosh, Professor & Chair, Department of Biostatistics & Data Science, UT Health Houston

Date: Tuesday, October 21, 2025

Time: 12:00-1:00PM
Location: in person at UHC 4.108 (lunch will be provided)
Can't make it in person? Join us virtually by registering on Zoom:
https://www.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_herRtQgoT1qEpJCyppP8jQ

Hybrid Seminar: Contact Anirudh Babu (asbabu@utmb.edu) for additional information.

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Sealy Center on Aging @utmbscoa.bsky.social · 13d

UTMB Community: Submit your abstract to the Forum on Aging by October 3!

Sealy Center on Aging @utmbscoa.bsky.social · Aug 27

Save the date for the 28th Annual Forum on Aging at UTMB Health! The Forum provides a platform for faculty members, fellows, and students to share their ongoing aging research. Stay tuned for a call for abstracts! www.utmb.edu/scoa/forum

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Sealy Center on Aging @utmbscoa.bsky.social · 14d

Please note, this event is open to members of OLLI. Learn how to join at their website: www.utmb.edu/olli.

Welcome to Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UTMB

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Research Centers Collaborative Network (RCCN) @rccn-aging.org · 15d

The LOI deadline for RCCN Pilot Awards is next week! Learn more about this funding mechanism which provides funding to catalyze enduring collaborations for at least two collaborative pilot, planning, or meeting grants supporting interdisciplinary research in cross-cutting theme areas: bit.ly/3JLCcQ1

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Sealy Center on Aging @utmbscoa.bsky.social · 15d

Sept 25 at OLLI - UTMB Experts Series, "Using Technology for Healthy Aging: Tools to Support Your Wellness & Independence." Leading UTMB researchers Melissa Morrow, Meredith Masel, and Elizabeth Lyons will share tools designed to help older adults stay active, connected, and independent. utmb.us/ei9

UTMB Experts Series Highlights Technology for Healthy Aging

Leading UTMB researchers Melissa Morrow, Meredith Masel, and Elizabeth Lyons will share practical, easy-to-use tech tools

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Sealy Center on Aging @utmbscoa.bsky.social · 20d

💡 The NIA has renewed funding for the UTMB Health Pepper OAIC with a five-year, $6.5 million award, continuing support through August 2030. Since 2000, the Center has advanced research and training focused on improving independence for older adults. Read more: utmb.us/eh7

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UTMB School of Public & Population Health @utmbspph.bsky.social · Aug 28

Last week, UTMB’s H-COR brought together faculty and clinicians for its first retreat, charting a shared vision for outcomes research—shaping priorities, training, and partnerships for the future.
Read more: utmb.us/edd

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UTMB School of Public & Population Health @utmbspph.bsky.social · 29d

We are excited to recognize the recent promotions of our faculty. Their contributions in teaching, research, and service make a lasting difference.

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UTMB Health @utmbhealth.bsky.social · Aug 20

We're proud to announce the Sealy Heart and Vascular Institute and the new Dept. of Cardiovascular Medicine. Special thanks to Dr. Hani Jneid who will lead this work and to the Sealy & Smith Foundation for their generous support. https://utmb.us/ecj

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Sealy Center on Aging @utmbscoa.bsky.social · Aug 27

Save the date for the 28th Annual Forum on Aging at UTMB Health! The Forum provides a platform for faculty members, fellows, and students to share their ongoing aging research. Stay tuned for a call for abstracts! www.utmb.edu/scoa/forum

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UTMBPresident @utmbpresident.bsky.social · Aug 20

I am proud to announce the launch of the Sealy Heart and Vascular Institute and the new Dept of Cardiovascular Medicine at UTMB Health under the leadership of Dr. Hani Jneid. Thank you to the Sealy & Smith Foundation for their support to deliver care to the communities we serve. https://utmb.us/ecj.

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UTMB School of Public & Population Health @utmbspph.bsky.social · Jul 17

Dr. Jarrel De Matas asked a vital question at UTMB SPPH: What if AI supported deeper listening in clinical care? His seminar shared a plan for designing systems that recognize when patients feel dismissed, confused, or emotionally overwhelmed. Narrative medicine may be part of the solution.

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UTMB John Sealy School of Medicine @utmbjssom.bsky.social · Aug 21

At UTMB’s John Sealy School of Medicine, our faculty are gathered today for a Curriculum Strategy Workshop, rethinking how we teach and train the next generation of physicians.

We’re building a stronger, values-driven curriculum to meet the future of medicine. #MedicalEducation #UTMB #MedEd #MedSky

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Sealy Center on Aging @utmbscoa.bsky.social · Aug 11

Save the date for the 28th Annual Forum on Aging! Join us on Oct 16 for networking and learning about the research services offered by the Sealy Center on Aging. Each year, monetary awards are given for the best student and fellow posters. Stay tuned for a call for abstracts! www.utmb.edu/scoa/forum

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The Forum on Aging: Celebrating 28 years of showcasing aging research at UTMB

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Sealy Center on Aging @utmbscoa.bsky.social · Aug 6

🎓Check out this Faculty Factory Podcast "Leadership is Personal" exploring team building, applied knowledge (or intelligence), situational awareness, authenticity, and the role of brain chemistry by Dr. Sharma, Senior VP, Chief Medical & Clinical Innovation Officer facultyfactory.org/gulshan-shar...

Faculty Factory Presented by UTMB Health

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Sealy Center on Aging @utmbscoa.bsky.social · Aug 5

UTMB Students Shine with MSTAR! Students presented work in the Medical Student Training in Aging Research (MSTAR) program. Topics ranged from delirium prevention to dementia diagnosis and metabolic health. Award winners included Matthew Phan, Annika Nambiar, and Hamid Koroni. Congratulations to all!

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Sealy Center on Aging @utmbscoa.bsky.social · Jul 23

Are you an adult age 60+? Do you want to take control of your health and live an active, fulfilling life? Look no further – The Patient Education Programs (PEP) are here to support you! Interested? Visit www.utmb.edu/diabetes or contact [email protected].

www.utmb.edu/scoa/about-u...

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Sealy Center on Aging @utmbscoa.bsky.social · Jul 30

👉 A video of this presentation is now available at the DMAC website: www.utmb.edu/dmac

Sealy Center on Aging @utmbscoa.bsky.social · Jul 14

Seminar Series July 22, 2025

Please join us for a #DMACCERCIT seminar presented by Corey Simon, PhD and Rebecca North, PhD, Duke University, "Federated Evaluation of Data to Enhance Pain Research among Adults in Later Life (FEDERAL)"

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