University of Pittsburgh
Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence CenterThe goal of the University of Pittsburgh Pepper Center is to increase scientific knowledge that will lead to better ways to maintain or restore independence to older persons.
Our Mission
The University of Pittsburgh Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Center is one of fourteen Centers throughout the United States funded by the National Institute on Aging. The Pepper Center promotes independence among older Americans by optimizing balance and mobility and reducing injurious falls through disciplined inquiry and translational research. We train young investigators from multiple disciplines within a vibrant intellectual and collaborative environment and serve as a resource and partner to other investigators, institutions, and the public. We strive to increase scientific knowledge that will lead to better ways to maintain or restore independence to older persons.
WHAT WE DO
About Us
Leadership
The Pepper Center is comprised of various Cores led by physicians and researchers. Through multidisciplinary collaboration, the Pepper Center leadership staff constitutes experts across departments within the University.
Pepper Scholars
The Pepper Center promotes the development of new investigators through a multilevel progressive training program including career development activities, education and training opportunities, and support for pilot research.
Pepper Research Network on Aging
The mission of the Pepper Research Network on Aging is to promote and foster inclusion of older adults living in the community and across the continuum of care in University of Pittsburgh research studies.
Core Descriptions
The Pepper Center is comprised of six Cores. The Cores work closely with leading research groups in aging and other relevant disciplines throughout the University of Pittsburgh, and with research groups both nationally and internationally.
Get Involved
Are you or someone you know over the age of 60, still living independently, and interested in participating in age-related research? You or they may be eligible to enroll in the Pepper Center Research Registry for older adults.
Upcoming Events
Pepper Center
Latest News
University of Pittsburgh Study Seeking Caregivers
The Development of the Caregiver Assisted Transfer Technique (CATT) Instrument study is seeking study participants.
Research Opportunity for Older Adults
We want to better understand barriers to physical activity.
StoryBooth COVID is Seeking Participants
Share your story. We want to hear from patients, their families and health care workers who are 18 years and older to learn more about how the coronavirus is impacting you.
Learn
Our Research
Spotlight
Visit our Spotlight that periodically features ongoing or completed studies from Pepper Center investigators.
Publications
Visit our Publications page for details on completed studies by Pepper investigators.
Resources
Resources for investigators, including expertise and assistance with study design and implementation.
Contact Us
University of Pittsburgh
Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Center
3471 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1110
Pittsburgh, PA 15213