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Prof Wei-Jun Jean Yeung, Asia Research Institute, Centre for Family and Population Research, and Department of Sociology, National University of Singapore

ABSTRACT

Population aging is a global phenomenon. As the increase of the oldest old in the world, the number of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia (ADRD) also increases. In 2013, 44 million individuals suffered from ADRD, the number is expected to increase to 150 million in 2050 (Alzheimer’s Disease International). In the next three decades, the majority of the dementia cases will come from low- and middle-income countries. AD is devastating for individuals and families both financially and emotionally. In order to meeting the challenge of ADRD, more and more recent geriatric research is focused in the following areas: 1) Increasing attention on nonpharmacological approach, such as behavioral interventions to alleviate behavioral symptoms of the disease, and improve quality of care for person with ADRD and their family members. 2) Interdisciplinary collaboration. More nursing research is conducted by collaborating with other disciplines. 3) Person-centered care. Each individual may have very different care needs and personal preferences, it is important for us to think about how we deliver tailored interventions to meet the needs of persons with ADRD and their family members. 4) Use of technology. Older adults are getting more familiar with smart phones, and internet. In addition, sensory technology is also become widely used. As a scientist, we need to think about how we use technology to assist in designing a study, and also use technology for data collection and deliver interventions. 5). Increase studies on pragmatic trials.

ABOUT THE SPEAKER

Bei Wu is the Dean’s Professor in Global Health at the Rory Meyers College of Nursing in New York University (NYU) and Affiliated Professor at the NYU College of Dentistry. She is the inaugural Co-Director of the NYU Aging Incubator. Before she joined NYU, she was Professor at the Duke Global Health Institute and the Pauline Gratz Professor of Nursing at the Duke University School of Nursing. As a principal investigator, she has led numerous projects supported by federal agencies. Currently, she is leading a NIH-funded clinical trial to improve oral health for persons with cognitive impairment. She is a member of the executive committee and Co-Director of the research and education core for the Asian Resource Center for Minority Aging Research (RCMAR) funded by NIH. Her extensive publications cover the topics of oral health, long-term care, dementia, and caregiving. Dr Wu is an internationally known leader in gerontology. She is a fellow of the Gerontological Society of America and the New York Academy of Medicine. She is an honorary member of the Honor Society of Nursing, Sigma Theta Tau International (STTI). Dr Wu was honored as the 2017 Distinguished Scientist in Geriatric Oral Research by the International Association for Dental Research.

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