A research team led by Dr. Junhyoung “Paul” Kim and Dr. Marcia Ory has joined a $4.1 million collaborative project aimed at revolutionizing communication for older adults. This initiative, spearheaded by the Texas A&M University School of Public Health, focuses on developing an innovative, AI-powered device designed to bridge the communication gap for seniors, effectively reducing social isolation and improving their overall quality of life. In this project, Dr. Junhyoung “Pa

A new study by SAGE Lab researchers Jungjoo Lee and Dr. Junhyoung "Paul" Kim has been highlighted in SleepWorld Magazine, shedding light on the critical relationship between physical activity and sleep quality among older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Published in the journal Digital Health, the research marks a significant methodological shift from traditional, easily biased self-surveys by tracking participants' daily movements and sleep patterns using object

A pioneering study led by Dr. Junhyoung "Paul" Kim has been featured in Texas A&M Stories, revealing how a multi-domain smartphone application can effectively slow cognitive decline in assisted living residents. To explore the issue, researchers Junhyoung “Paul” Kim and Marcia Ory from the Texas A&M University School of Public Health, Yongseop Kim from the University of Utah, and two representatives from Silvia Health Inc. pilot-tested the Silvia Program with residents at an

Recent research led by Dr. Junhyoung "Paul" Kim has been featured in Medical Xpress, highlighting the significant impact of cognitively stimulating activities on brain health. The study explores how engaging in regular mental exercises, such as puzzles and interactive games, serves as a powerful non-pharmacological intervention to delay the onset of cognitive decline in the elderly population. The study emphasizes that consistent mental stimulation can strengthen neural pathw

Our latest study, led by Dr. Lee and Dr. Kim, has been featured in the Texas A&M Vital Record. The research highlights the critical role of physical activity in improving sleep quality for older adults living with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI). Key findings suggest that high-intensity exercise may offer significant benefits for restorative sleep, providing new insights into non-pharmacological interventions for brain health and aging. Read the full story on TAMU Vital Recor

Our very own research team, led by Dr. Junhyoung "Paul" Kim, Dr. Marcia Ory, and Dr. Gang Han, has been featured in Texas A&M Stories. The highlight focuses on our innovative project utilizing "Jigsawdio," a multi-sensory puzzle system designed to enhance cognitive function and emotional well-being for individuals living with dementia. Supported by a $2.5 million grant from the National Institute on Aging (NIA), the second phase of this research focuses on the large-scale imp

A pilot study led by Dr. Junhyoung "Paul" Kim has been prominently featured in Texas A&M Stories, showcasing the transformative power of immersive technology in elderly care. The research demonstrates how nature-themed virtual reality (VR) experiences can significantly improve the emotional well-being and overall quality of life for older adults living with dementia. Published in the American Journal of Health Behavior, the study involved participants engaging in VR sessions