Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Center
The 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.
Researcher Registries
Pepper Cores
Registries Application
Our Mission
The University of Pittsburgh Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Center is one of fifteen 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.
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 Research Network on Aging
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 Scholars
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. →
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 Research Network on Aging
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 Scholars
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.
Pepper COres
Pittsburgh Pepper Center is powered by seven cores that provide the infrastructure, expertise, and resources necessary to drive innovation in aging and mobility research.
LAC
Leadership Administrative Core
Manages the center’s organizational, budgetary, and regulatory functions to ensure seamless daily operations.
CPOC
Clinical and Population Outcomes Core
Facilitates clinical research by providing recruitment support and resources for studying balance and mobility in older adult populations.
DMAIC
Data Management, Analysis and Informatics Core
Offers centralized statistical analysis and data management expertise tailored to the complexities of balance and mobility research.
ISC
Integrative Systems Core
Provides advanced facilities and technical support for multidisciplinary research across neuroimaging, biomechanics, and physiology.
PESC
Pilot and Exploratory Studies Core
Funds and promotes innovative, collaborative research projects focused on aging and mobility through strategic institutional partnerships.
REC
Research Education Component
Develops the next generation of independent investigators through mentorship and training in age-related balance and mobility research.
BMAC
Biology of Mobility and Aging Core
Bridges the gap between basic science and clinical application by providing expert resources in aging biology and translational instrumentation.
What is the Pittsburgh Pepper?
The Pittsburgh Pepper: Past, Present, and Future
Presented by Dr. Susan Greenspan, Pittsburgh Pepper Center Director for the 2021 Pepper Seminar Kickoff on September 20th, 2021.
Our Research
New, ongoing research is at the forefront of the Pepper Center’s mission.
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.
Pepper Events
Pepper Seminar: Dan Forman, MD
May 11 @ 8:30 am – 9:30 amPepper REC: WIP
May 13 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pmExecutive Committee Meeting
June 1 @ 8:30 am – 9:30 amExecutive Committee Meeting
August 3 @ 8:30 am – 9:30 am
Pepper Events
Pepper Seminar: Dan Forman, MD
May 11 @ 8:30 am – 9:30 amPepper REC: WIP
May 13 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pmExecutive Committee Meeting
June 1 @ 8:30 am – 9:30 amExecutive Committee Meeting
August 3 @ 8:30 am – 9:30 am
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.
Contact 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 Research Network on Aging
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 Scholars
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.