TILDA Shines at the 50 Plus Expo 2025
We recently showcased our research at the 50 Plus Expo 2025 held at the RDS on March 13th and 14th. This annual event, dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults, provided an excellent platform for TILDA to engage directly with the community and highlight our latest findings.
Engaging Booth and Interactive Sessions
TILDA's exhibition stand was a hub of activity throughout the two-day event. Visitors had the opportunity to participate in grip strength tests, offering insights into muscle health and overall well-being. Our research team was on hand to discuss various aspects of ageing, answer questions, and provide health insights based on TILDA's extensive research.
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Pictured: Dr Deirdre O'Connor (Research Communications Officer) and Dr Siobhan Scarlett (Senior Data Manager)
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Pictured: TILDA Grip Strength
Highlight: Professor Cathal McCrory's Captivating Talk
A standout moment of the expo was the talk by Professor Cathal McCrory, Co-Principal Investigator of TILDA and psychologist specialising in ageing and health. His presentation, titled "How Does the Body Know How Old It Is?", explored the mechanisms our bodies use to track ageing, the factors influencing the ageing process, and the potential to slow down or reverse certain effects. Attendees praised the talk for its depth and accessibility, sparking meaningful conversations about ageing and health.
Pictured: Professor Cathal McCrory
Thank You to Our Volunteers
TILDA’s participation in the 50 Plus Expo 2025 would not have been possible without the dedication and enthusiasm of our fantastic team of volunteers. A special thank you to Aminat Coster, Dr Ann Monaghan, Brendan O'Maoileidigh, Brenda Ozeias Santos, Dr Deirdre O’Connor, Delaney Coppola, Gabriela Oto, Grace Lehane, Katie Duffy, Mary Ferguson, Lucy Doogan, Mary O’Shea, Sarah Hughes and Dr Siobhan Scarlett. Their hard work ensured our stand was engaging, informative, and welcoming to all visitors.
Looking Ahead
Building on the success of our participation, TILDA remains committed to advancing the understanding of ageing in Ireland. We look forward to future opportunities to share our research and engage with the community.
This article was written by Dr Deirdre O’Connor, Research Communications Officer for TILDA.