After LIFE: AgingResearchBiobank helps groundbreaking study data continue to inspire us

Rosaly Correa-de-Araujo, Senior Scientific Advisor to the Director, Division of Geriatrics and Clinical Gerontology (DGCG)

The groundbreaking NIA-supported Lifestyle Interventions and Independence for Elders (LIFE) study showed that a structured physical activity program reduced the risk of mobility loss and death. LIFE’s impressive accomplishments shaped several U.S. and international recommendations for physical activity in older adults.

Now, 7 years after the study ended, data from LIFE is continuing to advance the field. A treasure trove of data from the LIFE study is available from the NIA AgingResearchBiobank. These samples and data offer considerable scientific and clinical opportunities to answer additional research questions. Read the full blog post.