Regional Institute on Aging

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We collaborate to conduct advanced research to enhance the lives of older adults.

We are an intellectual and scientific organizer for the university and partners.

Students

Grants for Graduate & Undergraduate Students
Student grants for research or the development of technology. For details information see description and applications.

Faculty

Funding for Research Projects
Details of the application process for Fall 2019 grant offering is now available.

Collaborations

Envision Partners with Wichita State RIA
Envision Partners with Wichita State University’s Regional Institute on Aging to Expand Resources and Foster Student Interest in Low Vision. Read Article

Bridging Education and Advancing Research

Universities in Kansas

RIA is working with state universities including: University of Kansas School of Medicine-Kansas City, Kansas State University, and various departments at Wichita State University.

State of Kansas

RIA has worked with Falling Less in Kansas (Falling LinKS) and Older Adult Pet Adoption Program (OAPA!).

Communities & Organizations

RIA has worked with community organizations including: Envision and Larksfield Place. See Our Partners.

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Partnerships

We also serve as an intellectual and scientific organizer for the university and our partners to facilitate, leverage and expand ongoing research work to enhance the lives of older adults.

See our partners