Education & Training
The future of aging research
Our internationally acclaimed faculty members mentor McMaster trainees — guiding them as future leaders in the scientific and societal understanding of aging.
Aging Training at McMaster University
MIRA support trainees from all six faculties at McMaster University. Through MIRA and the Labarge Centre for Mobility in Aging, we fund undergraduate and graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. Our trainee network provides peer support, learning opportunities and networking beyond members’ home departments. MIRA also offers special programs, such as the MacPage program to recognize trainee’s work in aging beyond their courses or research.
MIRA Trainee Network
Networking and learning
All McMaster students and postdoctoral fellows interested in research on aging are encouraged to join the MIRA Trainee Network — an engaged and active group furthering their learning through interdisciplinary exchange and networking.
trainee network
Programming
MIRA collaborates with partners at McMaster and in the community to offer unique educational opportunities in aging to our trainees.
The Intergenerational Club brings together older adults and McMaster students to have great conversations, build new relationships and learn more about each other.
macPAGE is your online passport for education on aging, care of older adults, and geriatrics at McMaster University.
McMaster Courses
McMaster University offers a wide range of courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels on aging.
Healthcare Professional Opportunities
For healthcare professionals interested in learning more about aging and working with older adults.
Graduate Courses
McMaster offers many diverse opportunities for students to learn about aging through graduate courses.
Undergraduate Opportunities
At McMaster, undergraduate students have many degree and elective opportunities to learn about aging.
Trainee Funding Opportunities
Through dedicated funding streams, MIRA and the Lebarge Centre for Mobility in Aging support trainees who pursue aging research at McMaster University. We also partner with leading research organizations to provide additional specialized funding.
learn moreOur Research
MIRA and Labarge funding has supported many bold research projects to optimize the health and longevity of older adults.
our research