1. CTSA/Lifespan: Aging Workgroup One of three subgroups, Lifespan DTF

2. Lifespan: Aging Workgroup Initiatives ◦Map of geriatrics expertise / resources / trials / connections across CTSA networks initiated ◦Major topics around which to focus projects –Improving the engagement, recruitment, retention of older adults –Identification, standards, innovation regarding aging biomarkers –Brain / body research –Social determinants ◦Additional initiatives envisioned: GSA 2015 and since ◦Training – regional events, trainee exchanges, joint scholars, materials/modules ◦Strengthening of network / infrastructure for conducting studies ◦Trials database / Dataset archiving / navigation ◦Harmonization / coordination of health outcome measures across the LIFESPAN

3. Training initiatives Trainee exchange / Co-mentored OAIC - CTSA Scholars ◦Need to envision what this would look like ◦Funding / support ◦Workforce development DTF ◦CTSA Collaborative Innovation Awards (>2 sites): Demonstration project – X02 (June 6, 2016; October 8, 2016) / U01 (July 7, 2016; November 10, 2016) ◦ Educating / training translational research workforce through collaborative initiatives across CTSA hubs ◦K30 – Clinical Research Curriculum Award ◦NIA?

4. Training initiatives Regional career development events ◦ACTS 2017 pre-workshop? - Topic? > Inflammation and cognition, frailty and/or resilience ◦Merge OAIC Annual Meeting with ACTS 2017? ◦Funding: R13/U13

5. Other initiatives - Map