Through our 2025-2030 strategic framework, we are working with the community to help drive the changes needed for people in the UK to age well. This includes promoting equity, diversity and inclusion, building capacity, fostering
Find out moreMembers of the Vivensa Academy have access to free priority places to attend Standing up for Science workshops.
Do you have an idea about research on ageing, that you would like to pitch?
We are delighted to welcome our newest Trustee, Professor Emma Wolverson, who will be attending her first Board meeting on 10 September 2026.
We are delighted to announce that registration is now open for the 2026 UKARFF Early Career Researcher’s (ECRs) event!
Together with the British Geriatrics Society, we funded the MED-AGE undergraduate research placement programme at Queen’s University Belfast. The programme is designed to introduce undergraduate students to ageing-related research over a six-week period, allowing them
Find out moreWe’re delighted to have funded four awards – together supporting 12 placements – under the first round of this new scheme.
We’re kicking off a new Lunchtime Learning series for members of the Vivensa Academy. These short, online monthly meets will be a chance to listen to a fellow Academy member talk on a topic that
Find out moreIntroducing our Joint MRC / Vivensa Foundation clinical research training Fellow, Dr Ben Gabbott (Queen Mary University of London).
We are happy to announce that the next round of our Starter Grants for Clinical Lecturers with the Academy of Medical Sciences is now open. Clinical researchers play a vital role in ensuring everyone can age
Find out moreFollowing our eighth round of Ignition Fund awards we have provided general feedback for those who were unsuccessful.
What are the benefits to health, well-being and education when young people link with older people living in care homes?
