Aging, Metabolism and Emotion Center

World Sleep Congress 2019

AME Co-Director Dr. Aric Prather, PhD, will be presenting the "Impact of Social Rejection on Subjective and Objective Measures of Sleep" at the World Sleep Congress. 

Cultivating Stress Resilience 2019

 Immerse yourself in a deeply restorative weekend with Elissa Epel, PhD, researcher on aging, metabolism, and emotions, and Daniel Siegel, MD, psychiatrist and executive director of the Mindsight Institute.

2019 Annual MELODEM Meeting

We are pleased to invite you to the 2019 Annual MELODEM Progress Meeting, which we anticipate will take place at the Oceano Hotel in Half Moon Bay, California, starting the evening of Sunday, July 21.  This year the meeting will be co-sponsored with the Social Science Research Council (SSRC)! AME co-director, Dr. Aric Prather will be presenting a talk titled "The social exposome: can we define it?"

Annual Meeting of the Academy of Behavioral Medicine Research (ABMR)

The Academy of Behavioral Medicine Research (ABMR) was organized in 1978 at a meeting hosted by the Institute of Medicine of the U.S. National Academy of Sciences. Its founding formalized the birth of a new biobehavioral science applied to medicine. The participants and minutes of that historic meeting can be seen here.

International Happiness Conference - Sydney, Australia

A rich and inspiring experience, connecting with like-minded delegates and speakers. Explore big questions in life and uncover what will bring lasting, genuine happiness for you, those you love and those in your care. It is equally relevant to individuals and professionals. 

The New Science of Stress: Evidence Based Tools for Remaining Resilient with Dr. Crosswell

  Researchers and clinicians present the latest research in the biological, social, psychological, and cultural aspects of aging and dementia with particular emphasis on practical applications at the Dementia Update hosted by the the Alzheimer's Association of Northern California.  Join Dr. Alexandra Crosswell PhD at her talk titled: The New Science of Stress:  Evidence Based Tools for Remaining Resilient at 1:45 pm.  Click here to register or learn more information

Women's Weekend at Esalen

Do you want to start a new chapter in your personal or work life? Join this campus-wide gathering of women coming together in the face of today’s unique stress and challenges. Throughout history, women have come   together to help each other find the strength, resolve, resilience and healing to go back into the world with clear purpose.

Winsconsin Emotions Symposium

The 25th anniversary of the HealthEmotions Research Institute’s annual Symposium. An outstanding lineup of leading scientists presenting their  research and in-depth discussions led by students. Lively discussions on the origins of psychiatric illnesses and creative insights into new potential treatments.

The Art of Aging Gracefully Resource Fair

Join community members and local experts in a day of discovery and wellness at the Jewish Community Center of San Francisco (JCCSF). Engage with local businesses and organizations focused on helping you remain healthy, vital, and fit. Learn new ways to support active and creative aging through tailored talks. Advance registration is recommended. For more information and to register FREE, click here!

Interpersonal Neurobiology Annual Conference

Dr. Elissa Epel will present at the 2016 Interpersonal Neurobiology Annual Conference. Where: University of California, Los Angeles