Launched in 2017 with a single goal in mind, the AGE-WELL National Innovation Hub APPTA is putting innovative aging and technology research into the hands of the people who can use it. We know that it takes on average 17 years for research to be translated into action. By bringing together a diverse and dynamic team of young professionals to support an integrated network in research, policy, and innovation, APPTA aims to bridge that gap and mobilize aging and technology research in ways that can improve the lives of older Canadians.

Advancing Policies and Practices in Technology and Aging

STORIES

Podcast

Socially Assistive Robotics and the Future of Aging, with Dr. Julie Robillard

Introduction Dr. Julie Robillard comes on the podcast to share the research she is currently doing on robots! With the support of AgeWell, Dr. Robillard’s team is leading the charge on cutting-edge robotics and their applications for aging adults; tune-in to hear what research is currently underway in the socially assistive robotics field. We’re all […]

Podcast

Goals vs. Needs: What Caregivers Want, a Recent Study

Introduction Doctor Myles Leslie and Doctor Janet Fast come on the podcast to share the findings of their most recent study and collaboration on caregiver goals. Tune in for an enlightening episode on the need to sometimes shift focus to gain a better perspective. We’re all aging, and everyone’s talking about it! Key Takeaways [:39] […]

Ideas

Using Technology to Complete the Circle of Care

Stephanie Feero, B. Sc., candidate au doctorat en pharmacie, école de pharmacie de l’Université de Waterloo

Podcast

Polypharmacy and Deprescribing With Dr. Carole Goodine

Introduction Dr. Carole Goodine is the Clinical Pharmacy Manager at Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital in Fredericton New-Brunswick and a research fellow in conjunction with AgeWell and the New-Brunswick Health Research Foundation. We’re all aging, and everyone’s talking about it! Key Takeaways [:39] Jenna introduces today’s guest, Dr. Carole Goodine, Clinical Pharmacy Manager at Dr. Everett […]

Podcast

Aging, Disability, and Technology Access With Dr. Rosalie Wang

Introduction Rosalie Wang, Ph.D., OT Reg. (Ont.) is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, University of Toronto. She is an Affiliate Scientist at Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and a member of their AI and Robotics in Rehabilitation team. Dr. Wang’s research focuses on developing and implementing technology to enable daily […]

Call for Applicants – PhD University of British Columbia

POSITION: PhD Student VP/FACULTY: Faculty of Medicine DEPARTMENT: Medicine – Neurology Division JOB SUMMARY A PhD position is available immediately for a highly motivated graduate student to join a dynamic research team devoted to issues related to brain health, technology and patient experience. The position is based out of the University of British Columbia and BC Children’s and […]