Overview

The HLC is the center for research, innovation and societal impact for healthy longevity at the University of Zurich.

Our general aim is to measure, understand, and improve the functional ability that underlies healthy longevity.

What is healthy longevity?

→ Healthy longevity is the desired outcome of healthy aging

That is the process of developing and maintaining the functional ability that supports well-being in older age. Functional ability refers to the capabilities that enable people to do what they value.

More information from the WHO about healthy aging

What type of research do we do?

→ Basic and applied scientific research for healthy longevity

We focus on the acquisition and use of data on the heterogeneity, complexity, and context-dependency of functional ability over the lifespan.

An overview of our research

What type of innovation are we focused on?

→ Science-based innovation for healthy longevity

This type of innovation relies on scientific evidence to design and implement new solutions (e.g., concepts, processes, products, or organizational changes) that aim to improve the welfare and wellbeing of individuals and communities as they age.

Illustrative examples of our healthy longevity innovation