Editor-in-Chief
Joseph E. Gaugler, PhD, FGSA
The Gerontologist's New Editor-in-Chief
GSA has named Joseph E. Gaugler, PhD, FGSA, of University of Minnesota as the new Editor-in-Chief of The Gerontologist, effective January 2023.
Read his introductory editorialThematic Collections
A thematic collection is a carefully curated, online only section of an issue of The Gerontologist focusing on a topic or theme.
Review Articles & Measurement Articles
Papers using sophisticated scale development procedures and/or review articles.
International Spotlight
These articles will not only enhance our understanding about global aging but also spark international collaborations that ultimately will lead to more sophisticated research and better public policies and practices supporting older people.
GSA’s Annual Scientific Meeting
Join us at the GSA 2024 Annual Scientific Meeting in Seattle, WA, November 13-16. With nearly 4,000 researchers, clinicians, educators, and other professionals under one roof, we're not just discussing aging; we're shaping the future of it together.
Editor's Choice
Enjoy a selection of articles chosen by the editor to represent the breadth and depth of the research within The Gerontologist.
Call for Papers
Submit your research to a variety of upcoming issues from journals of the Gerontological Society of America.
Discounted Open Access Fees
The Gerontological Society of America is now offering members reduced article processing charges for all open access papers.
Altmetrics
Discover a more complete picture of how readers engage with research in The Gerontologist through Altmetric data. Now available on article pages.Email Alerts
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Read and Publish deals
Authors interested in publishing in The Gerontologist may be able to publish their paper Open Access using funds available through their institution’s agreement with OUP.
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