Center for Technologies for Healthy Aging (CTHA)

Kiana Aran, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, Shu Chien-Gene Lay Department of Bioengineering

The mission for CTHA is to engineer technologoes that address current and future needs in aging research, that improve clinical practices and interventions, and empower individuals to improve their longevity and health, reducing the correlation between biological and chronological age. Read more

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Research Focus

The Center for Technologies for Healthy Aging focuses on engineering technologies to improve aging research, clinical practices, and interventions that enhance longevity and reduce the disparity between biological and chronological aging. Key initiatives include developing advanced biosensing technologies, biomedical devices, and leveraging machine learning to analyze diverse patient data for predicting health trajectories. The Center also emphasizes nurturing entrepreneurial efforts, fostering cross-sector collaboration between academia and industry, and regularly engaging with diverse stakeholders through quarterly meetings to increase support and awareness for aging-related research and innovations.

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The Center for Technologies for Healthy Aging (CTHA) is at the forefront of advancing aging research and clinical practices through cutting-edge technology. We specialize in developing real-time health monitoring devices, both wearable and point-of-care, along with advanced biomedical tools that deepen our understanding of aging at the molecular level. Utilizing machine learning, we analyze diverse patient data to improve health outcomes and extend longevity.

To support our mission, we foster strong collaborations between academia and industry to ensure that our innovations are both effective and meet rigorous regulatory standards. We are committed to community engagement and regularly host quarterly meetings with stakeholders from various fields to promote awareness and support for aging-related research and innovations.

Your support can make a difference. Consider donating to CTHA today to help us continue our work in revolutionizing aging care and enhancing the quality of life for the aging population. Join us in shaping a future where everyone can age with health and dignity.

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