The Science Behind Living Your Best Life is an 11-part workshop series created through a collaboration between the Stony Brook Center for Healthy Aging (part of Stony Brook Medicine) and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Stony Brook University.
Developed for OLLI members, the series brings together leading researchers and clinicians to explore topics spanning fall prevention, brain and joint health, nutrition, and mental well-being. These interactive sessions translate cutting-edge research into practical strategies for everyday life, empowering participants to stay active, informed, and connected.
Sessions are held on Tuesdays from 3:30–4:45 pm in the Stony Brook Union Auditorium.
Why Attend?
- Learn directly from Stony Brook's experts
- Gain tools to support physical, mental, and social well-being
- Connect with a community of lifelong learners
- Explore strategies to age successfully and independently
From Research to Real Life
Whether you're curious about how social engagement supports cognitive health or how new tools can detect early signs of Alzheimer's disease, each session highlights the latest scientific discoveries alongside actionable insights you can use every day.
Workshop DetailsWHEN: Tuesdays, 3:30–4:45 pm WHERE: Stony Brook Union Auditorium WHO: Current OLLI members who selected the workshop with their Spring 2026 registration. Others are welcome to attend individual sessions on a space-available basis. |
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| Date | Title | Presenter(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 2/10/2026 | Lipid Management in Older Adults: Simple Steps for Heart Health | Tahmid Rahman, MD, Associate Director of the Center for Advanced Lipid (Cholesterol) Management |
| 2/17/2026 | Association of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) with Cognitive Function (CF) | Farrukh M. Koraishy, MD, PhD, Professor of Nephrology/Medicine, Director, Nephrology Course, SBU-SOM |
| 2/24/2026 | The Lonely Fly: What Fruit Flies Teach Us About Loneliness and Brain Healthnil | Josh Dubnau, PhD, Professor, Director, Center for Developmental Genetics |
| 3/3/2026 | Obesity in Older Adults: Managing Weight for Wellness. | Silvana Obici, MD, Division Chief, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Professor of Medicine, Obesity Medicine specialist |
| 3/10/2026 | The Promise of Robotics for Successful Aging | Nilanjan Chakraborty, PhD, Associate Professor I.V.Ramakrishnan, PhD, Professor and Associate Dean for Research |
| 3/17/2026 SPRING BREAK – NO WORKSHOP | ||
| 3/24/2026 | Osteoporosis: Protecting Your Bones as You Age. | Marie Gelato, PhD, MD, Professor of Medicine |
| 3/31/2026 | Let There Be Light: Light-Based Brain Imaging for Healthy Aging | Steven Weissbart, MD, Female Urology/Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery |
| 4/7/2026 | Breast Cancer Prevention | Alison Stopeck, MD, Professor of Medicine, Chief, Division of Hematology/Oncology, Associate Director of Clinical and Translational Research |
| 4/14/2026 | Getting a Good Night's Sleep | Sneh Chauhan, MD, Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine, Associate Program Director, Sleep Medicine Fellowship |
| 4/21/2026 | Diabetes and Protein Misfolding: Exploring Cell Damage and Promising Therapies | Andisheh Abedini, PhD, Research Associate Professor |
| 4/28/2026 | Leveraging What Works: Age-Associated B Cells and Protective Immunity against Infection in the Elderly | Priyadharshini Devarajan, PhD, Assistant Professor, |
Researchers and Clinicians
About the Center for Healthy Aging
The Stony Brook Center for Healthy Aging (CHA) unites leading researchers and clinicians focused on enhancing the health and wellness of people as they age.
The goal of CHA is to promote healthy aging and extend both physical and mental well-being through innovative research solutions. Stony Brook is a leader in aging research, with $23 million in collective funding from the NIH, NSF, and other sources. Paired with one of the country’s largest academic geriatric practices, an Age-Friendly Health System, and the Stony Brook Center of Excellence for Alzheimer’s Disease, Stony Brook is optimally positioned to improve understanding and treatment of age-related conditions.
Initially funded by the Stony Brook University Presidential Innovation and Excellence Fund, CHA fits into the missions of patient care, education, research, and community service. CHA coordinates aging research across campus, fosters collaboration between researchers and geriatricians, and transforms care for aging populations in Suffolk County and beyond.
Have questions about the program? Contact the Center for Healthy Aging at 631-216-9362.