Wednesday, April 11, 2007

Gerontology [Part 4 of 4]

There are many universities that have Gerontology programs, and USC is among the best-known:

Gerontology is the study of aging in the context of the entire life span. The USC Davis Schoolthe USC Ethel Percy Andrus Gerontology Center, are improving the quality of life for older persons through research and education. and its research and services component,

As the oldest and largest school of gerontology in the world, the Davis School has a long tradition of forging new pathways in the field of aging. A multidisciplinary institution from its inception in 1975, the Davis School was built on the bedrock of excellence in aging research. Research in molecular biology, neuroscience, demography, psychology, sociology and public policy is conducted under the auspices of the Andrus Gerontology Center, founded in 1964.

Expect continued growth from the academic side of Gerontology, as our society requires a large number of smart, committed professionals relating to aging.

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