National Ageing Research Institute
Professor Briony Dow is an accomplished academic and leader in the field of ageing and health promotion, currently serving as an Honorary Fellow and Director at the National Ageing Research Institute since February 2003. With a significant tenure as an Associate Professor at the University of Melbourne and leadership roles within the Australian Association of Gerontology, including President, Dow has extensively influenced gerontology practices and policies. Previous experience includes positions at the Department of Health & Human Services in Victoria and various roles in education at the University of Ballarat. Dow holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Sociology from Federation University Australia, and a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Melbourne.
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National Ageing Research Institute
The National Ageing Research Institute (NARI) makes a measurable difference to the lives of older people and those who care for them by improving their quality of life and health. Established in 1974, we are a national, independent medical research institute, which is highly respected across the aged care industry and research sector nationally and internationally. NARI brings together industry leaders, innovators, academic experts, and world-class educators who combine their expertise to influence and shape the agenda in ageing research and aged care. With a strong focus on translational research, we are the first academic centre in Australia focused on research and ageing in Australia as well as an independent non- profit medical research institute and company limited by guarantee – unique in the Australian ageing research sector.