Research groups

Providing a hub for the University's ageing research allows us to showcase some of the exciting projects being undertaken.

Find out more about individual research groups within MICRA.

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The International Network on Population Ageing and Urbanisation (INPAU)

Our global network is committed to promoting active ageing in urban environments.
elderly people in a lecture

Manchester Urban Ageing Research Group

We're examining the pressures facing older people in areas subject to economic decline.
On older woman swimming in a pool.

Healthy Ageing Research Group

Researching active ageing to ensure the promotion of good health and active participation in society.
men in an allotment

Work and Retirement Research Group

We're seeking to understand what impact ageing has on choices regarding work and retirement.
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Global Network for Ageing Research on China/Chinese

We are passionate about topics around ageing, well-being and inequalities in later life amongst Chinese populations.