Ageing is a complex process with socio-economic, genetic and environmental drivers. In a society where life expectancy is ever-increasing, what impact does an ageing population have on the health and wellbeing of individuals, groups, communities and societies?
In this panel discussion, experts from different areas across the University of Dundee discussed this issue and their innovative research, looking at what we can do to address the challenge of ageing well in today’s world.
Chaired by -Professor Sir Mike Ferguson - Regius Professor of Life Sciences, University of Dundee. Mike is a co-Director of the Drug Discovery Unit based at the University.
Professor Miratul Muqit - School of Life Sciences, University of Dundee. Miratul is a clinical Professor whose research focusses on Parkinson's Disease.
Professor Judith Sixsmith - School of Health Sciences, University of Dundee. Judith's background is in psychology and sociology with her Professorship in Adult Social Care.
Professor Tim Kelly - School of Education & Social Work, University of Dundee. Tim's research looks at the care of older people in health and social care settings and improving professional education.
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