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Climate Change and Health in Aging Populations
Aging Clinical and Experimental Research (ACER) is dedicated to advancing knowledge and understanding in the field of aging research, encompassing a broad spectrum of topics relevant to the health and well-being of older adults. In alignment with the journal's scope, the topic of "Climate Change and Health in Aging Populations" presents a crucial area of investigation at the intersection of environmental science, public health, and gerontology. Manuscripts exploring the following themes are particularly encouraged:
·Impact of Climate Change on Older Adults: Examination of the multifaceted effects of climate change on the health and well-being of aging populations, including increased susceptibility to heat-related illnesses, exacerbation of chronic conditions, and heightened vulnerability to environmental hazards.
·Climate-Related Health Risks: Investigation into the specific health risks posed by climate change to older adults, such as respiratory problems due to air pollution, cardiovascular complications related to extreme weather events, and mental health challenges stemming from displacement and environmental stressors.
·Adaptation and Resilience Strategies: Exploration of adaptive strategies and resilience-building interventions aimed at mitigating the adverse health effects of climate change on older adults, including heat wave preparedness plans, urban design modifications, and community-based support systems.
·Health Equity and Climate Justice: Consideration of the disproportionate impact of climate change on vulnerable aging populations, including low-income individuals, racial and ethnic minorities, and those with preexisting health conditions, and the development of equitable policies and interventions to address these disparities.
Researchers are encouraged to submit original articles that contribute to advancing knowledge and informing practice in the field of climate change and health in aging populations. By addressing this critical issue, ACER aims to facilitate the development of holistic approaches to promote the health, resilience, and well-being of older adults in a changing climate.
Editors
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Vincenza Gianfredi
With a degree in Medicine and a specialization in Hygiene & Preventive Medicine from the University of Perugia, she has also completed an advanced course in the integration of nutritional & food safety at the University of Foggia (2016), a Ph.D. in Public Health at Maastricht University (2022) and a study visit at the ECDC, Stockholm (2016). She was a medical intern at the National Institute of Health, Rome (2019) and a research fellow & temporary researcher at Vita-Salute San Raffaele University in 2020 & 2021. She is Assistant Professor at the University of Milan since 2022. She has >140 indexed scientific publications and >2000 citations.
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Francesco Saverio Ragusa
Francesco Saverio Ragusa is a Geriatrics Resident in University of Palermo, he started a PhD in Molecular and Clinic Medicine in the same University, exploring the role of anti-influenza, anti-herpes zoster and anti-pneumococcal vaccinations in older people. He is interested in dementia and mild cognitive impairment. He is involved in many research projects about sarcopenia, social frailty or multidimensional prognostic index. He is an editorial board member of Aging Clinical and Experimental Research and a Documentalist in “Mediterranean Diet Italian Guidelines”.
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Jianhai Chen
Dr. Chen is an accomplished bioinformatician and data scientist with over 10 years of experience in population genetics, medical genetics, computational genomics, and evolutionary biology. Currently a Post-Doctorate scientist at the University of Chicago, funded by the Guggenheim Fellowship of Dr. Manyuan Long, his research focuses on evolution, genetics, genomics, and genomic medicine. In 2019, he completed a Ph.D. in Animal Science from Huazhong Agricultural University. He has also held roles as an Assistant Researcher at West China Hospital, Chengdu, and as a Visiting Graduate Student at the University of Chicago.
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Pinar Soysal
Prof. Pinar Soysal, currently at Bezmialem Vakıf University, Faculty of Medicine, specializes in geriatrics. She holds a Postdoctorate from Dokuz Eylul University (2013-16) and completed her medical education at Kocaeli University (2000-06). Prof. Soysal has contributed significantly to internal medicine, serving as a Research Assistant and later Associate Professor at Bezmialem Vakıf University. Her research focuses on geriatrics, and she has received training from Harvard Medical School's Clinical Science Scholars Program in 2023. She is also the BAP Scientific Commissioner and Chair of the Scholarly Scientific Committee at her university.
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Rongbin Xu
Dr. Rongbin Xu is a research fellow in the School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Australia, where he also finished his PhD training (2018-2021). His research focuses on health and epigenetic impacts of climate change, air pollution and built environment. He has published over 85 papers (>2400 citations), including 23 papers as the first/co-first author published in Nature, NEJM, Lancet Planet Health, etc. His work has been reported by >900 mass media outlets (e.g., New York Times, CNN), referenced by WHO and UN agencies, and recognized by many competitive awards.
