University of Waterloo’s Conference on Aging, COVID-19 and the Adoption of Health Technology on March 24-25, 2021

Wednesday, February 3, 2021

The Network for Aging Research (NAR) is pleased to announce the University of Waterloo’s Conference on Aging, COVID-19 and the Adoption of Health Technology on March 24-25, 2021 from 1-5 p.m. each day.

NAR is hosting this event in partnership with the School of Public Health and Health Systems and the Centre for Bioengineering and Biotechnology. We will examine the promise and limits of technology to promote successful longevity by featuring a diverse group of leaders. The speakers are aging and technology researchers, clinicians and frontline workers, members of advocacy groups, policymakers, technology officers from industry and visionaries that have implemented innovative models for supporting older adults.

Poster for the event

The conference will feature the 3rd Annual William F. Forbes Lecture with Keynote Speaker, Neil Charness, Professor of Psychology, Director of the Institute for Successful Longevity and Associate Director of the University Transportation Center (Accessibility and Safety for an Aging Population)  at Florida State University. 

For itinerary, speakers and to register, please visit the conference webpage