Aging

2 researchers across 1 institution

2 Researchers
1 Institutions
0 Grant PIs
0 High Impact

Research in aging investigates the biological, social, and psychological changes associated with the aging process. Studies explore the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying age-related decline, including cellular senescence, mitochondrial dysfunction, and the accumulation of damaged proteins. Investigations also address cognitive aging, focusing on understanding and mitigating conditions like dementia and cognitive impairment. Methodologies range from molecular biology techniques to clinical studies and population-level analyses.

Arkansas's demographic profile, with a growing proportion of older adults, makes research into aging particularly relevant to the state's public health and healthcare systems. Understanding the factors that promote healthy aging can inform strategies to improve quality of life for seniors, reduce healthcare burdens associated with age-related diseases, and support the state's aging workforce. This work can also inform the development of related industries, such as pharmaceuticals and assistive technologies.

This research area draws upon expertise in molecular biology, cellular biology, and neuroscience. Collaborative efforts extend across institutions, fostering a comprehensive approach to understanding and addressing the challenges and opportunities of an aging population.

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Top Researchers

Name Institution h-index Citations Career Stage Badges
Landon Gatrell UAMS 2 33
Maneetha Kodali UAMS 2 51
Bone Health And Treatments 1 Mitochondrial Function And Pathology 1 Mechanotransduction, Cellular 1 Autophagy 1 Protein Aggregates 1 Molecular Biology Techniques And Applications 1 Dementia And Cognitive Impairment Research 1 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (Copd) Research 1 Health Disparities And Outcomes 1 Comorbidity 1

Strategic Outlook

Global signals from OpenAlex for this research area: where the field is growing, how concentrated leadership is, and where Arkansas sits relative to the world's top-100 institutions. Descriptive only — surfaced as input to the conversation about where to place bets, not a recommendation. Signal confidence: LOW

Global trajectory
21,097 works in 2025
+8.6% CAGR 2018–2025
Leadership concentration
3.3% held by global top 5 institutions
Fragmented HHI 10
Arkansas position
Arkansas not in global top 100
No AR institution among the top-100 contributors to this topic over the 2018–2025 window.

Top US institutions in this area

  1. 1 Harvard University 2,229
  2. 2 Johns Hopkins University 1,403
  3. 3 University of Pittsburgh 1,230
  4. 4 University of California, San Francisco 1,169
  5. 5 Brigham and Women's Hospital 1,120
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