The longitudinal nature of TwinsUK makes it an ideal cohort in which to study the process of ageing. Our ageing research includes normal brain ageing, investigating the genetic and environmental determinants of cognitive decline, and age-related cardiovascular changes such as hypertension. We have also investigated diet and how fast we age by studying telomeres, which are markers of our biological clock.
To address the dual challenge of climate change and ageing populations, Prof Claire Steves, Head of Department together with researchers from across the university has set up the new King’s Centre for Ageing Resilience in a Changing environment (CARICE). The Centre works to understand the mechanisms that enable individuals to maintain health and full function, bringing together scientists and clinicians. It also provides a research environment to support early career researchers in this field.
Find out more with Professor Claire Steves and Dr Ruth Bowyer in this webinar: