The Laboratory of Epidemiology, Demography, and Biometry (LEDB) plans, conducts, and directs epidemiology, demography, and biometry programs relevant to the mission of the NIA; collects and analyzes data regarding the distribution of the aged by such categories as sex, race, socioeconomic, and demographic characteristics and serves as a focal point for these data; and plans, initiates, coordinates, and analyzes national and international epidemiologic longitudinal studies and studies of special populations. In collaboration with NIA staff and that of other Institutes, Federal agencies and scientific organizations, the LEDB recommends priorities and develops epidemiologic studies of specific diseases and conditions affecting the aged. The LEDB also provides consultation and service to NIH program areas and private organizations on epidemiology, demography, and biometry studies on aging; recommends mechanisms to be used or develops mechanisms to accomplish Program objectives; and plans and directs research and training in the areas of epidemiology, demography, and biometry, and serves as the primary federal source of information regarding research and training in these areas. |
- Programs
Information on programs for Epidemiology and Demography, Neuroepidemiology, Geriatric Epidemiology, and Biometry Sections.
- Resources
Papers and other resources on the epidemiology, demography, and biometry of aging.
- Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB)
Training CD "Assessing Physical Peformance in the Older Patient."
- Health ABC
Study of the Dynamics of Health, Aging and Body Composition (Health ABC).
- Requests for Additional Information
Contact the NIA for more information on the Laboratory of Epidemiology, Demography, and Biometry:
Jack M. Guralnik, M.D., Ph.D., Laboratory Chief
Suite 3C309
Gateway Building
7201 Wisconsin Avenue
Bethesda, MD 20892-9205
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