One of the more critical problems associated with the process of aging is the general deterioration of cognitive abilities. Although important now, this problem will assume even greater importance as the number of elderly individuals doubles over the next 30 years. This underscores the need to develop the research and educational capabilities to manage and solve the cognitive problems associated with aging. This proposal is to develop the research and educational capabilities in the area of memory and aging to help confront this growing problem. Vigorous laboratory research in memory and aging, the funding of pilot projects in the area, and new faculty recruitments as part of a larger effort to build expertise in brain and behavior will be pursued to enhance the research capabilities. The educational capabilities will be furthered by expanding existing courses on learning and memory, developing new courses in aging and behavior, and establishing an active seminar program in memory and aging. These efforts are expected to enhance basic and clinical research in memory and aging, increase interest in the problem as well as its visibility, and further educate students and faculty in this important area.

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
National Institute on Aging (NIA)
Type
Academic/Teacher Award (ATA) (K07)
Project #
5K07AG000860-03
Application #
6328595
Study Section
National Institute on Aging Initial Review Group (NIA)
Program Officer
Wagster, Molly V
Project Start
1998-12-15
Project End
2003-11-30
Budget Start
2000-12-15
Budget End
2001-11-30
Support Year
3
Fiscal Year
2001
Total Cost
$108,000
Indirect Cost
Name
Baylor College of Medicine
Department
Anatomy/Cell Biology
Type
Schools of Medicine
DUNS #
074615394
City
Houston
State
TX
Country
United States
Zip Code
77030