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The Sealy Center on Aging at UTMB: Leading Aging Research Since 1995

The Sealy Center on Aging focuses on improving the health and well-being of older adults through interdisciplinary research, education, and community service by integrating the resources and activities relevant to aging at UTMB. The Center also implements our research findings in hospitals and clinics, bringing excellence and visibility to our health care system, and improving the health of older adults.

Contact Us

Sealy Center on Aging (SCOA)
301 University Blvd.
Galveston, TX 77555-0177
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Phone: (409) 747-0008
Email: aging.research@utmb.edu

News & Events



  • Symposium: Pathways in Aging, Geriatric and Palliative Medicine - January 29, 2025

    November 27, 2024, 11:52 AM by SCOA

    We are pleased to invite you to the Pathways in Aging, Geriatric and Palliative Medicine Symposium, taking place on the UTMB-Galveston Main Campus, on Wednesday, January 29. Learners of all levels are invited to learn about opportunities available through The University of Texas- Medical Branch & Weill Cornell Medicine Partnership.

  • New Community Connection Newsletter - November 2024, Issue 10

    November 19, 2024, 11:37 AM by SCOA

    Read the latest issue of the Sealy Center on Aging Community Connection Newsletter, including a highlight featuring Dr Downer, research news about blood sugar, information about participating in aging research, current community activities, and more.

  • Gerontological Society of America 2024

    November 12, 2024, 13:45 PM by SCOA

    The GSA 2024 Annual Scientific Meeting, the premier annual scientific meeting for cutting-edge scholarship, research, and networking relating to the fields of aging and gerontology, is November 13 -16, 2024 in Seattle, WA. Attendees from UTMB include several postdoctoral trainees, students, staff, and faculty. Visit our website for a list of presenters and topics.

  • Texas RCMAR Presentation Nov 19

    November 12, 2024, 10:00 AM by SCOA

    Join us for the next Texas RCMAR presentation on Nov 19, 2024. "Healthcare Preferences of Older Hispanic Residents in Texas," is presented by Stephen Pan, PhD, at 3 PM via zoom.

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    Oct 29: DMAC-CERCIT Seminar Series

    October 29, 2024, 08:26 AM by SCOA

    Join us for the Data Management and Analysis Core (DMAC) for Comparative Effectiveness Research on Cancer in Texas (CERCIT) Seminar Series: "Enhanced Cancer Research Outcomes Through UTMB's EHR Data Integration," presented by Jiefei Wang, PhD.

  • New Video: Analysis of Texas Medicare Claims Data to Evaluate for Disparities in Access to the Medicare Hospice Benefit for Cohorts of Patients with Serious Mental Illness

    October 28, 2024, 11:16 AM by SCOA

    A video is now available online for the Pepper Investigators Lecture on October 23, 2024, "Analysis of Texas Medicare Claims Data to Evaluate for Disparities in Access to the Medicare Hospice Benefit for Cohorts of Patients with Serious Mental Illness," presented by Sean O'Mahony, MB BCH BAO, MS. Visit the Pepper Investigator's Lecture page to view the video.


Associated Programs

Areas of Research

SCOA brings together faculty from all UTMB Schools with expertise in research, education and clinical care related to aging. It provides the infrastructure and resources to ignite new collaborative translational research foci and support externally funded research on aging. It also supports educational programs on aging and geriatrics and outreach in the community. SCOA directly assists Core Investigators by providing support that includes: office space, editorial services, pilot funds, research infrastructure, and administration. 

Research Areas