About US
(一) UAbout IRIA
Strategically headquartered in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), IRIA radiates its influence across Mainland China.
We have established a network of robust cooperative bases and projects at the municipal level of some cities in China. Our mission is to actively support national policies on coping with population ageing, fostering global collaboration and innovation in gerontology to enhance the well-being of the elderly population. Committed to becoming a world-class ageing think tank, IRIA focuses its operations on three key pillars:
1. Research Commercialisation: An International Offshore Hub for Academic Innovation The core logic of this sector is to leverage IRIA’s status as an international platform to solve the “export challenge” faced by mainland university research teams—where high-potential technology lacks a pathway to global markets. The Secretariat establishes deep collaborative relationships with mainland universities to screen frontier ageing-assistant technologies with commercial potential, such as Virtual Reality (VR) systems for elderly care, standardised Reminiscence Therapy protocols, and digital memoir production technologies. IRIA does not engage in direct R&D; rather, acting as a strategic broker and transformation consultant, we accept commissions from university research teams to provide bespoke solutions for international technology transfer. Furthermore, we collaborate with partner universities to publish timely industry development reports, thereby elevating both academic value and industrial influence.
2. Academic Communication & Conference Collaboration IRIA maintains a deep strategic partnership with the “Ageing and Wellbeing Initiative” (AAWB, ageingandwellbeing.org), a premier international academic platform. Acting as the synergistic entity commissioned by the AAWB, IRIA manages academic communication, the dissemination of frontier research, and conference coordination.
● Academic Communication: The professional editorial board of the AAWB Initiative is responsible for the construction of Open Access (OA) journals, including manuscript handling, peer review, and ensuring compliance with COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) standards. The IRIA executive team manages the operational side, including the collection of Article Processing Charges (APCs), covering journal operational costs, distributing editorial honorariums and author incentives, as well as conducting offline promotion and dissemination of research outputs.
● Academic Conferences: We co-organise academic conferences with universities in Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macao. Acting as the commissioned operational and supporting unit, IRIA manages the planning, publicity, and execution of these events (including inviting international experts) to enhance academic impact. We also drive conference attendance by organising special issues of journals dedicated to conference papers.
3. Research Collaboration, Training & Visiting Fellowships Leveraging our physical office resources in Hong Kong and the city’s convenient visa policies, IRIA conducts systematic commissioned training programmes primarily targeting talents from Mainland China and developing countries. These programmes may be co-organised with universities in the Mainland, Hong Kong, or Macao depending on cohort size. We actively welcome Visiting Fellows. Scholars visiting for more than six months will be awarded the title of “Guest Senior Researcher” or “Guest Associate Researcher” and receive a certificate of completion. Scholars visiting for over one year with outstanding achievements may be reviewed for induction into the Academia Committee. As the Institute’s brand matures, we will launch the selection process for “Fellows” and “Honorary Fellows,” focusing on senior figures from the industry and academia, to whom formal certificates will be awarded.
（二）Academia Committee
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The Academia Committee is the supreme academic steering body of IRIA, comprising world-renowned scholars and industry pioneers. (Details of committee members will be updated shortly.)
（三）Executive Board
[English - UK] The Executive Board is responsible for the daily operations, strategic implementation, and management of the Institute. (Details of board members will be updated shortly.)
Research and Training
Collaborate with Us
We warmly welcome collaboration with universities, leading enterprises, research institutions, and individuals in the field of ageing. This page serves as a hub to showcase academic research progress and relevant training activities from IRIA, our affiliated institutions, and cooperative partners.
Publications: For our academic publications and journals, please visit ageingandwellbeing.org .
Recent Research & Projects:
Research Project by the China Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics: http://www.cagg.org.cn/portal/article/index/id/1842/cid/34.html
News
Latest News & Updates Note:
We are currently aggregating the latest updates. Please find below links to recent activities from our partners:
Global Call for Funding Experts and Regional Institutional Leaders International Institute of Ageing Research (Hong Kong SAR, China)
The International Institute of Ageing Research (IIAR, Hong Kong SAR, China) is an international and interdisciplinary think tank jointly initiated by distinguished scholars from leading universities and research institutions worldwide.
The Institute is dedicated to advancing global research, policy dialogue, education, and knowledge exchange in the field of population ageing. Through interdisciplinary collaboration, the Institute seeks to promote innovative research, policy development, and international cooperation addressing the challenges and opportunities of global ageing.
To strengthen its global academic network and institutional presence, the Institute is pleased to announce a global call for applications and nominations for the following positions.
- Members of the Global Expert Network (Approximately 30)
The Institute invites applications and nominations from distinguished experts across the world, including those from:
- Government agencies
- Universities and research institutes
- International organizations
- Private sector institutions
- Non-governmental organizations
Applicants should demonstrate academic achievements or professional influence in ageing related fields, show strong commitment to advancing ageing research and practice, and be willing to engage in international academic collaboration.
Selected members of the Global Expert Network may subsequently be invited to serve as:
- Members of the Academic Committee
- Senior Research Fellows
- Fellows or Academicians of the Institute
Applications are welcomed from individuals of all nationalities, genders, and age groups.
- Directors of Regional Branch Institutes
The Institute plans to establish regional branch institutes worldwide to strengthen international collaboration and research capacity in ageing related fields.
In mainland China, branch institutes may be organized at the provincial level. In other countries and regions, one or several branches may be established depending on population size and regional needs.
Each branch institute may include the following positions:
- Director
- Executive Director
- Deputy Directors
Applicants should demonstrate:
- recognized professional or social influence in ageing related fields
- leadership and organizational capacity
- access to relevant academic or institutional networks
- strong commitment to advancing ageing research and international collaboration
3. Directors of Liaison Offices
For countries or regions where the establishment of a branch institute may not yet be feasible, the Institute may establish liaison offices to facilitate academic exchange, institutional cooperation, and project coordination.
Liaison offices may include the following positions:
Director
Executive Director
Deputy Directors
Applicants should have relevant professional networks, organizational capacity, and a strong interest in promoting international collaboration in ageing related research and practice.
Applications are welcomed from individuals of all nationalities, genders, and age groups.
Website
www.ageinginstitute.org (International Institute of Ageing Research)
Interested applicants are invited to submit the following materials:
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
A brief statement of interest (within 300 words)
The position applied for (Expert Network Member, Regional Director, or Liaison Office Director)
Applications may be submitted through the following channels:
Contact:
Dr. Chen
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国际老龄研究院面向全球征募人才启事
国际老龄研究院（International Institute of Ageing Research，Hong Kong SAR, China）是世界知名高校相关领域的权威专家学者在香港联合举办的国际性跨学科跨领域的全球性老龄智库，研究院致力于推动全球老龄化相关领域的研究、政策咨询、教育培训、学术交流与成果转化，促进不同国家和地区在老龄议题上的合作与创新。现面向全球公开征募专家库成员、分院院长及联络处负责人。具体如下：
一、专家库成员30名。全世界各个国家行政机关、科研院所、企业和国际组织在相关领域具有一定学术成果或专业影响力、热心老龄研究与实践、愿意参与国际学术交流与合作的权威人士。不限国别，不限性别，不限年龄。研究院将从入选的专家库成员中进一步遴选学术委员会委员（Members of the Academic Committee）及资深研究员、研究院荣誉院士（Fellows/Academician）。
二、分院院长若干名。计划在全世界范围内成立分院，在中国内地按照省域成立分院，其他国家按照人口和地域分别成立一个或若干分院。设置院长、执行院长和副院长。要求有一定社会影响力、有一定资源基础、具备相关组织协调能力、热心老龄研究事业的人士。不限国别，不限性别，不限年龄。
三、联络处主任若干名。对于暂不适合设立分院的国家和地区，可设立联络处，负责开展学术交流、合作联络与项目协调等工作。联络处设主任、执行主任和副主任。要求有一定资源、具备相关能力、热心老龄研究事业的人士。不限国别，不限性别，不限年龄。
网站
www.ageinginstitute.org（国际老龄化研究所）
有意申请者请提交以下材料：
- 个人简历（CV）
- 一份简短的意向声明（300字以内）
- 申请的职位（专家网络成员、区域总监或联络处主任）
申请可通过以下渠道提交：
联系人：
陈博士
邮箱：cym62139@163.com
微信：laolingyanjiu5555
红包：878629967
