Publications and Links

The Beeson program has had a tremendous impact on the field of aging research since its inception in 1994. In those years, geriatrics research has grown in stature into an increasingly well-recognized and well-funded area of scientific inquiry. The Beeson award has played no small role in that evolution by creating a new cadre of leaders among its recipients. We invite you to learn more about the work of these innovative scientists by clicking on the reports available below. To order a hard copy of the most recent Beeson reports, click here.

2009 Report: Featuring the 2007 Scholars

2008 Report: Featuring the 2006 Scholars

2007 Report: Featuring the 2005 -2008 Scholars

2006 Report: Featuring the 2004 -2007 Scholars

2005 Report: Featuring the 2003-2006 Scholars

Beeson Tenth Anniversary Report

2004 Report: Featuring the 2002-2005 Scholars

2003 Report: Featuring the 2001-2004 Scholars


The following Web sites provide a wealth of information for consumers and researchers:

For easy-to-understand information on the latest research about healthy lifestyles, age-related diseases and conditions, as well as topics on the biology of aging, visit Infoaging, another AFAR Web site designed for consumers.

Visit AFAR's consumer Web site, Health Compass, designed to help users sort through the wealth of health information being reported in the media and circulated on the Internet. The site also offers reliable links to disease-specific medical organizations and support groups.

SAGE KE is an online resource provided by Science magazine for researchers in the field of aging. The site provides high-quality information about aging and related disciplines, tools for more efficient searching and information retrieval, and a forum for researchers to share data and engage in discussion.