DARC promotes aging research in Denmark through a collaboration between the University of Southern Denmark, Aarhus University and University of Copenhagen.
The center is a collaboration between three research groups from: Department of Social Medicine and Research Center for Prevention and Health (University of Copenhagen/Glostrup Hospital), Danish Centre for Molecular Gerontology (Aarhus University/Vejle Hospital) and The Aging Research Center (University of Southern Denmark).
The center, which has its administrative head office at the University of Southern Denmark, is made possible through a grant from the VELUX foundation.
Odense
Through studies of twins and the oldest-old, researchers in Odense study both genetic and environmental factors influencing human aging processes and longevity.
Copenhagen
The Copenhagen group has access to unique cohorts with more than 50 years of follow-up time, including both clinical, biological, and social data, which provide a strong basis for carrying out aging studies with a life-course-perspective.
Aarhus
The Aarhus group is performing aging research at the molecular level, including extensive research in the area of telomere biology and its possible relation to aging, particularly for persons, who age early.
For further information:
Head of Center:
Professor Kaare Christensen
Institute of Public Health – Epidemiology
J.B. Winsløws Vej 9B, st. tv
DK-5000 Odense C
Tel: +45 6550 3049
E-mail: kchristensen@health.sdu.dk
Center Secretary:
Accounts manager Ulla Iversen
Institute of Public Health – Epidemiology
J.B. Winsløws Vej 9B, st. tv.
DK-5000 Odense C
Tel: +45 6550 4088
E-mail: uiversen@health.sdu.dk