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
STRIDE Study: Strategies to Reduce Injuries and Develop Confidence in Elders
BACKGROUND: We describe the recruitment of participants for Strategies to Reduce Injuries and Develop Confidence in Elders (STRIDE), a large pragmatic cluster randomized trial.
Research Says Walking is an Ideal Activity for People with Osteoporosis
As Osteoporosis Month kicks off on Thursday, Brock University Kinesiology Professor Philip Wilson has some simple but effective advice for those living with the disease: lace up your shoes and get walking.
Preventing Serious Falls Among Older Adults
A Project Supported by PCORI and the National Institute on Aging of the National Institutes of Health — The STRIDE Study
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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