GSA is the oldest and largest interdisciplinary organization devoted to research, education, and practice in the field of aging. GSA’s principal mission — and that of our over 6,500 members — is to promote the study of aging and disseminate information to scientists, decision makers, and the general public.
Founded in 1945, GSA is the driving force behind advancing innovation in aging — both domestically and internationally. Our members come from more than 50 countries.
We foster interdisciplinary collaboration among behavioral and social scientists, physicians, nurses, biologists, psychologists, social workers, educators, economists, policy experts, practice leaders, those who study the humanities and the arts, and many other scholars and researchers in aging. We believe the intersection of research from diverse areas is the best way to foster ingenuity, achieve the greatest impact, and promote optimal experiences of aging.
To further fulfill our mission, GSA assembles over 4,500 professionals from around the world to an Annual Scientific Meeting. This monumental event features more than 500 sessions each year. Additionally, we publish the field’s preeminent peer-reviewed journals.
