yamataka 社会老年学 🇺🇸

Ph.D., MPH, MA, Social Gerontologist, Professor, Sociology and Gerontology @UMBC, USA #gerontology #umbc #aging 社会老年学

[yamataka 社会老年学 🇺🇸 @dryamataka]

Wonderful time in the UAE strengthening our virtual exchange program with Khalifa University. We refined our youth well-being curriculum and kicked off a new collaborative research initiative for students. A tremendous learning experience.

[yamataka 社会老年学 🇺🇸 @dryamataka]

I am pleased to share that I have been appointed as an Affiliate Professor in the Asian Studies Program at University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC).

As we continue to address global challenges in aging and health, understanding cross-cultural perspectives is more important than ever. I look forward to collaborating with the faculty and students in the Asian Studies Program to further our interdisciplinary research and education initiatives.

[UMB & UMBC Gerontology Ph.D. Program @Gero_UMB_UMBC]

Aman Shrestha, Dr. Michelle Shardell, and their colleagues published their new article "Biomarkers of Kidney Health and Dual Trajectories of Cognitive and Physical Function in Older Adults
Health Aging and Body Composition Study Findings"

https://t.co/R1zQj5rola

[yamataka 社会老年学 🇺🇸 @dryamataka]

Good to see our new paper out in @JPAHjournal!

We worked with the team at the Graduate School of Health Management at @KeioUniversity to investigate the relationships between socioeconomic factors and regular physical activity engagement in Japan.

https://t.co/nrsAh9BDL0

[yamataka 社会老年学 🇺🇸 @dryamataka]

The presentations at the 2025 #PIAAC conference in Mannheim, Germany, are now available online: https://t.co/B2PWfVftUL

My (very simple) presentation is also on the website... https://t.co/tFf1x0CQQV

[yamataka 社会老年学 🇺🇸 @dryamataka]

Me today

#academicmemes #gerontology

[yamataka 社会老年学 🇺🇸 @dryamataka]

Just came across a wine called Longevity. As a social gerontologist, I feel professionally obligated to investigate. For research purposes only, of course. #Gerontology

[yamataka 社会老年学 🇺🇸 @dryamataka]

UMBC Faculty-Led: Global Health and Aging in Japan

Abroad: June 1 - June 12, 2026

https://t.co/Hj126togT7

[yamataka 社会老年学 🇺🇸 @dryamataka]

Conference-unrelated…

Downtown Boston is such a wonderful place—walkable, safe, and clean, with plenty of public spaces for both locals and visitors. Every few years, I’m lucky enough to reconnect with long-time friends and revisit places that hold special memories.

Academic life can be unpredictable and challenging at times, but moments like these during conferences remind me of its unique rewards that keep us going.

[yamataka 社会老年学 🇺🇸 @dryamataka]

The 2025 @geronsociety Annual Meeting is in the books!

Our Japanese and Japanese American Aging Studies Interest Group had a wonderful meeting filled with thoughtful discussion—and an equally delightful informal dinner afterward.

[yamataka 社会老年学 🇺🇸 @dryamataka]

The 2025 @geronsociety Annual Meeting is in the books! Once a year, we all get inspired by our fellow gerontologists and catch up with friends.

[yamataka 社会老年学 🇺🇸 @dryamataka]

We were delighted to welcome Dr. Tina Kilaberia from the Silver School of Social Work at NYU to the UMBC campus today! Dr. Kilaberia delivered an engaging lecture titled “Structural Determinants of Social Isolation.”
Thank you, Dr. Kilaberia, for your informative presentation and engaging discussion with our faculty and students.

[yamataka 社会老年学 🇺🇸 @dryamataka]

Interesting podcast for social scientists.

https://t.co/y6n9z2cfVH

[UMB & UMBC Gerontology Ph.D. Program @Gero_UMB_UMBC]

Our @Gero_UMB_UMBC faculty, Dr. Brandy Wallace and her colleagues, are leading a special issue on Menopause for the Journal of Women and Aging. Here is the link for the Call for Proposals.

https://t.co/ToEeFz6TQ9

[yamataka 社会老年学 🇺🇸 @dryamataka]

https://t.co/RRFCu1fVVm

[yamataka 社会老年学 🇺🇸 @dryamataka]

One behalf of our @Gero_UMB_UMBC, I am posting this message. Please Help Support UMB-UMBC Gerontology Doctoral Students!

Funds given to this campaign will be used to support students’ conference travels and other research funding. Attendance at professional conferences is an essential part of the doctoral training. Due to recent funding cuts, the UMB-UMBC Gerontology Doctoral Program has very limited funds for student support this year.

In November, the largest gerontology conference, the 2025 Gerontological Society of America (GSA) meeting, takes place in Boston, Massachusetts. Your support will directly impact students’ ability to attend and their professional development.

Estimated cost of the 2025 GSA meeting attendance:

Abstract submission fee $30
GSA student membership $99
Student conference registration $215
Airfare/transportation (BWI – BOS) $250
Hotel/shared housing $200/night
Daily cost of meals $60

Donation Instruction (6 steps):

Go to the UMBC Give Back page: https://t.co/dHtoBMVGXB

1. Choose a gift amount.

2. Select My Designations a “SAPH (Sociology, Anthropology and Public Health).”

3. Click “CONTINUE.”

4. Fill out the “About You” section.

5. Check “Additional Comments?” And Type “GERONTOLOGY” in the box.

6. Click NEXT.

[UMB & UMBC Gerontology Ph.D. Program @Gero_UMB_UMBC]

Our doctoral student, Aman Shrestha, and his colleagues have published a new article titled "Loneliness in Resettlement Among Multi-Ethnic Resettled Refugees in Ohio."

Congratulations!

https://t.co/6DZrzWPl7G

[UMB & UMBC Gerontology Ph.D. Program @Gero_UMB_UMBC]

2025 UMB-UMBC Gerontology Program Picnic. Great to see the first-year students getting to know faculty and other students :)