UTMB Health Jenny Sealy Hospital
Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Center

Continuously Funded Since 2000

Welcome

The UTMB Health Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Center (OAIC) is the home of a diverse interdisciplinary team of investigators who are committed to advancing aging science. The Center supports investigators, research, and expertise in gerontology and geriatrics to accomplish the OAIC mission: To establish centers of excellence in geriatrics research and research education to increase scientific knowledge to better ways to maintain or restore independence in older persons.

Overall Accomplishments

Contact Us

The UTMB Health Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Center (OAIC)
301 University Blvd.
Galveston, TX 77555-0177
Directions and Maps
Phone: (409) 747-0008
Email: aging.research@utmb.edu

News & Events


  • photo of man

    Dr. Downer Presents in Northwestern Pepper Center Rounds Feb 21

    February 13, 2025, 09:56 AM by SCOA

    Dr. Downer will present, "Climate, Environment, and Vulnerable Populations: Natural Disasters and their Effects on Nursing Home Residents," in Pepper Center Rounds hosted by Northwestern Pepper Center on February 21, 2025 at noon. Register in advance for the Zoom meeting.

  • healthcare worker listening to an older adult woman's heart

    Study Tests Physical Rehabilitation for Older Patients with Acute Heart Failure

    February 13, 2025, 08:32 AM by SCOA

    The “Physical Rehabilitation for Older Patients with Acute Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (REHAB-HFpEF)” trial at UTMB is being conducted with qualified patients admitted to UTMB Clear Lake or Galveston hospitals.This study examines whether a new type of physical rehabilitation can help improve health outcomes for patients with heart failure.

  • man speaking at podium

    SCOA Holds Successful Research Retreat

    February 7, 2025, 12:18 PM by SCOA

    The Sealy Center on Aging hosted an aging retreat on February 5, 2025 at Open Gates. Leaders from across the university were invited to attend. The goal of the retreat was to set priorities for research, discover new opportunities for collaboration, and highlight the exceptional work that has been done throughout the history of the center. Thanks to all attendees.

Leadership



Administration

Associated Programs


Social Media


OAIC_National

logo

301 University Blvd. Galveston, TX 77555-0177 | p 409.747.0008 | f 409.772.8931 The Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Center Award #P30-AG024832 is funded by the National Institute on Aging (NIA), part of the United States Department of Health and Human Services. Contact Roxann Grover, MA regarding updates to this content.