The Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing - TILDA

07/06/2026

Featured in today’s Sunday Independent

What does it mean to live longer — and live well?

Today’s Sunday Independent highlights some of the fascinating insights emerging from 20 years of research by The Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing (TILDA), led by Regius Professor Rose Anne Kenny.

Tomorrow, we will mark this milestone with a special public event at Trinity College Dublin:

The 100-Year Life: What 20 Years of TILDA Tells Us About Our Future Selves

•Monday, 8 June 2026
•Dargan Lecture Theatre, Trinity Business School
•3.00pm – 5.00pm (Doors open 2.30pm)

Featuring:
• Regius Professor Rose Anne Kenny Anne Kenny
• Professor Sarah Harper
• Professor Alan Barrett
• Professor Cathal McCrory
• Hosted by Jonathan McCrea

Together, they will explore healthy ageing, longevity, social connection, inequality, the future of work and what an ageing society means for all of us.

This is a free public event and everyone is welcome.

⚠️ There is now just one day to go and places are becoming limited.

Register here: https://share.google/quNXWZZokODwfJ7DP



Trinity College Dublin
School of Medicine, Trinity College Dublin
Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI)
Lorna Siggins

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19/05/2026

PUBLIC EVENT ǀ The 100-Year Life: What 20 Years of TILDA Tells Us About Our Future Selves

What does it mean to live longer and live well?

This June, we are marking 20 years of The Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing (TILDA) with a special public event at Trinity College Dublin exploring what two decades of research has taught us about ageing, health, work, connection and our future selves.

Since it was established in 2006, TILDA has helped transform our understanding of ageing in Ireland through the extraordinary generosity of thousands of participants and internationally recognised research spanning health, social and economic life.

To mark this milestone, we are delighted to welcome our esteemed colleague, Professor Sarah Harper CBE, Clore Professor of Gerontology at the University of Oxford and Director of the Oxford Institute of Population Ageing, for a keynote lecture titled: “Preparing Together: Rethinking Ageing in the Modern World”.

Professor Harper’s lecture will explore one of the defining questions of our time: how individuals, societies and institutions adapt to increasing longevity and population ageing — and how we can ensure that everyone has the opportunity to live long, healthy and fulfilled lives.

The event will also feature a thought-provoking conversation chaired by Jonathan McCrea, with:
• Professor Rose Anne Kenny
• Professor Sarah Harper CBE
• Professor Alan Barrett
• Professor Cathal McCrory

Together, they will explore healthy ageing, inequality, longer working lives, social connection and how evidence can help shape healthier and more connected futures for all.

💠 Dargan Lecture Theatre, Trinity Business School
💠 Monday, 8 June 2026
💠 3.00pm – 5.00pm (doors open 2.30pm)

This is a free public event, but places are limited. All welcome!

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/1985139350235?aff=oddtdtcreator



School of Medicine Trinity ǀ Roinn Sláinte, Department of Health ǀ Health Research Board ǀ The Atlantic Philanthropies ǀ HSE Ireland ǀ St James's Hospital Dublin ǀ Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland ǀ SHARE - Survey of Health, Ageing and Retirement in Europe

Join us at Trinity College Dublin for a special public lecture and event marking 20 years of The Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing (TILDA).

15/04/2026

As Ireland becomes more connected, it’s important to consider who might be left behind.

Earlier this week, a discussion on RTÉ Radio 1 with David McCullagh explored how digitalisation is shaping everyday life.

Our PI, Rose Anne Kenny, shared evidence from TILDA on internet access and digital engagement among older adults in Ireland. Alongside contributions from Sean Moynihan (ALONE) and Mary McCarthy, the discussion highlighted how digital barriers can affect everything from accessing services to managing finances and staying socially connected.

Digital inclusion is key to supporting independence, participation and quality of life as we age.

Sean Moynihan CEO of Alone // Professor Rose Anne Kenny, geriatrician and founding director of the Falls and Syncope Unit at St James’s Hospital // Mary McCarthy, Columnist with the Irish Independent.

16/01/2026

Our Principal Investigator, Professor Rose Anne Kenny, recently appeared on Episode 6 of Reset Your Health with Jamie Oliver, titled “Ageing Disgracefully”, as part of an exciting series exploring how we can rethink health across the life course.

Drawing on over two decades of research from TILDA at Trinity College Dublin, Rose Anne and Jamie discuss how factors such as creativity, purpose, social connection and community, physical activity, good sleep, and having a positive attitude can enhance "wellspan" and healthier ageing.

The conversation reflects the strength of interdisciplinary research and collaboration and the importance of translating ageing research into ideas that resonate beyond academia, informing how we think about ageing at a population level and as individuals.

Check it out on Audible

Trinity College Dublin
Roinn Sláinte, Department of Health
Health Research Board
The Atlantic Philanthropies
St James's Hospital Dublin
School of Medicine Trinity

15/12/2025

Meet the OG Resident in the Museum Building 🦌 (He's looking great... for a guy who aged without modern science.)
We're in the Museum Building with to remind you that 70-80% of your ageing journey is within your control—a power this magnificent specimen never knew he had. 😉
Tune into the series for the science-backed advice this guy definitely never got.


https://tilda.tcd.ie/reel-ageing/

13/12/2025

Your sleep isn't lazy time: it's repair time! 🧠 Deep sleep is one of your secret weapons for a stronger, healthier future.
Sleep is a regenerative process essential for memory consolidation, lowering stress, clearing metabolic waste from the brain, and regulating your immune system.
TILDA research with Dr shows that poor sleep is linked to cognitive decline and increased disease risk. The good news? Movement and mental well-being are key to getting your rest right!
Watch the full Sleep Series where chats with Dr Scarlett about setting effective sleep goals and why aiming for 7–9 hours a night is non-negotiable for long-term health.

https://tilda.tcd.ie/reel-ageing/Sleep/

12/12/2025

Your future self will thank you for hitting that play button! ✨ Movement is the key to healthy ageing: it helps you start at a higher peak, slow the rate of decline, and maintain independence for longer.

TILDA research confirms that focusing on walking speed and starting resistance training now (yes, as early as your 30s!) is crucial for protecting your brain health and preventing age-related muscle loss (sarcopenia).

Train for your future self—it starts today! Watch the full series on Movement Matters where chats with Dr Ann Monaghan about the latest findings.



https://tilda.tcd.ie/reel-ageing/Physical-activity/

08/12/2025

Feeling the Christmas chaos? 🤯 You're not alone.

This time of year is filled with "Christmassing," and it's easy to get totally wrapped up in the hustle. But as reminds us, taking time for yourself and prioritising connection is critical for your health—now and in the future.

Mind and Resilience: Happiness is Your Health Superpower. Our research shows your mental well-being is tied directly to your physical resilience and lifespan. This isn't just motivation; it's fundamental biology.

Invest in your future self today! Watch the full Mental Wellbeing series with and our researchers now. https://tilda.tcd.ie/reel-ageing/Mental-Wellbeing/