Submissions are now open for the 13th Asian Conference on Aging & Gerontology (AGen2026). The abstract submission deadline is Friday, December 11, 2026.
The 13th Asian Conference on Aging & Gerontology (AGen2027)
March 31-April 4, 2027
Tokyo International Forum, Tokyo, Japan, and Online
International, Intercultural, Interdisciplinary
As part of IAFOR's Japan Conference Series, AGen will be partnering with The 17th Asian Conference on Psychology & the Behavioral Sciences (ACP2027) and The 13th Asian Conference on Education & International Development (ACEID2027), increasing opportunities for broad multidisciplinary exchanges. Registration for the conference will allow delegates to attend any joint plenary session or parallel sessions as desired.
Recognising and promoting the inherent dignity of people at all ages represents a foundational goal shared by societies around the world. The desire to identify meaning and value in life underpins inquiries into law and politics, religion and the arts, and it guides the resolution of ethical questions associated with scientific inquiry and resulting innovations. As medical science, public health and technology continue to advance, so lives have grown progressively longer. Increasingly, this leads to new questions regarding the kind of lives we will experience as we grow older. While advances in science and medicine increase longevity, what innovative technologies are emerging that address the changing needs faced by an aging world? Researchers, scientists, and advocates will gather in Tokyo for AGen2027 to discuss these questions and others.
Japan represents a unique location for research professionals to meet and explore the topic of aging. Japan has one of the most rapidly aging populations, which combined with a declining birthrate, represents a compelling example of the demographic transition resulting from increased longevity. The issues and challenges faced in Japan have expanded to other Pacific nations, Europe, Africa, and the Americas as all nations experience the benefits of increased longevity. Worldwide, there is a growing recognition that the kind of life we now give our elders will impact the way we will be treated and cared for as we enter our later years. Because aging is a worldwide phenomenon, the needs and opportunities of an aging world must also reflect and respect cultural and social diversity in developing programs that encourage quality of life at all ages. How do we address the collective needs of the aging population while respecting each person’s individuality? AGen2027 provides an ideal forum for discussing and debating the many issues related to aging and gerontology. Submissions from a variety of fields and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged. Original research across disciplines, including science and technology, philosophy and politics, sociology, and psychology, will ensure an active and exciting opportunity to expand our gerontological understanding.
Now entering its 13th year, the AGen2027 Programme Committee has seen the conference grow in size and diversity of perspectives as it attracts researchers and practitioners from around the world to address this crucial topic.
Held in partnership with the IAFOR Research Centre at the Osaka School of International Public Policy (OSIPP) at The University of Osaka, this international conference encourages academics and scholars to meet and exchange ideas and views in a forum stimulating respectful dialogue. This event will afford an exceptional opportunity for renewing old acquaintances, making new contacts, networking, and facilitating partnerships across national and disciplinary borders.
In conjunction with our Global Partners, we look forward to extending you a warm welcome to Tokyo in 2027.
– The AGen2027 Programme Committee
Key Information
- Location & Venue: Held in Tokyo, Japan, and online
- Dates: Wednesday, March 31, 2027 to Sunday, April 04, 2027
- Early Bird Abstract Submission Deadline: September 18, 2026*
- Final Abstract Submission Deadline: December 11, 2026
- Registration Deadline for Presenters: January 28, 2027
*Submit early to take advantage of the discounted registration rates. Learn more about our registration options.
Speakers
To be announced
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