NSF-BSF: How novel social interactions affect the aging brain — NSF Award to University of Southern California (CA, $698,115)
This project tests whether simple, novel social activities like storytelling, improvisation, or light-hearted conversations can help the brain stay sharp and boost thinking skills in older adults. Early findings show that these moments improve memory, attention, and mood. This project examines brain activity, body resp
| Award title | NSF-BSF: How novel social interactions affect the aging brain |
|---|---|
| Award ID | 2522488 |
| Awardee | University of Southern California |
| City | LOS ANGELES |
| State | CA |
| Amount obligated | $698,115 |
| Principal investigator | Mara Mather |
| Program | DS -Developmental Sciences, Cognitive Neuroscience |
| Start date | 09/01/2025 |
| Abstract | This project tests whether simple, novel social activities like storytelling, improvisation, or light-hearted conversations can help the brain stay sharp and boost thinking skills in older adults. Early findings show that these moments improve memory, attention, and mood. This project examines brain activity, body responses, and thinking ability before and after such interactions to understand effects on the aging brain. The goal is to turn scientific discoveries into easy-to-use tools that care |
| Source | NSF Awards |
$799/mo
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