Dutch Science Programme ‘Focus’ Features TILDA and Professor Rose Anne Kenny
TILDA's Professor Rose Anne Kenny Highlights Centenarians in Dutch Science Programme
In February 2024, the Dutch public broadcasting corporation, NTR Science, featured The Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing (TILDA) and its leading researcher, Professor Rose Anne Kenny, in their acclaimed science programme Focus. The episode, titled "How Do I Live to Be 100?", explores the secrets of longevity and how to enhance a healthy lifespan.
Key Highlights from the Programme:
- Interview with Professor Rose Anne Kenny: Arjen van der Horst, the Ireland correspondent for NTR Science, interviewed Professor Kenny at Trinity College Dublin. Professor Kenny shared insights into TILDA’s research on centenarians, providing valuable information on what contributes to reaching and enjoying old age.
- Focus on Centenarians: The programme delves into the lives of centenarians and examines the factors contributing to their longevity. Professor Kenny, alongside her colleagues Henne Holstege and Eline Slagboom, discussed how Ireland's high life expectancy at birth compares within the European Union and what can be learned from centenarians to promote healthy ageing.
- Filming at TILDA’s Health Centres: The Focus team filmed segments at TILDA’s Health Assessment Centre, showcasing the state-of-the-art facilities that support the study’s comprehensive research on ageing. The programme highlighted the cutting-edge work being done to understand and enhance the ageing process.
Impact
The Focus episode brings international attention to TILDA’s ground-breaking research and provides viewers with practical insights into living a long and healthy life. The programme underscores the importance of research in understanding longevity and provides a global perspective on ageing.
The episode was broadcasted in March 2024 and is available for viewing online. You can watch the programme here: NTR Science Focus: How Do I Live to Be 100?