The Profile Area Proactive Ageing is pleased to announce the results of this year’s seed money call. Out of 11 high‑quality applications, four innovative and interdisciplinary projects have been selected for funding. Each project addresses important aspects of ageing and contributes to our mission of promoting healthier, more active, and equitable ageing across the life course. We warmly congratulate all awarded researchers and extend our sincere thanks to all applicants. The strong interest and diversity of proposals highlight the vibrant and expanding community engaged with proactive ageing. We look forward to supporting the awarded teams as they develop their ideas and generate new knowledge.
Funded Projects 2026
The Importance of the Early-Life Health for Dementia Risk in Old Age; Principal Investigator: Luciana Quaranta
Heat, Health and Home: The Role of the Living Environment in Health Outcomes Among Older Adults During Heatwaves; Principal Investigator: Giedre Gefenaite
A Computational Framework to Address the Increasing Incidence of Achilles Tendon Injuries in Elderly Adults; Principal Investigator: Chiara Garavelli
Creative Activities as a Meeting Place in Residential Care; Principal Investigator: Lisa Ekstam
