The Age of AgeTech: Essays to Inspire, Change, and Challenge (Synthesis Lectures on Technology and Health)
Language: English
Published by Springer, 2026
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- Title
- The Age of AgeTech: Essays to Inspire, Change, and Challenge (Synthesis Lectures on Technology and Health)
- Author
- Mihailidis, Alex
- Publisher
- Springer
- Publication year
- 2026
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 3032048850
- ISBN 13
- 9783032048851
The Age of AgeTech: Essays to Inspire, Change, and Challenge explores technology's role in addressing the challenges and opportunities of aging, one of the most profound demographic shifts of the 21st Century that has shaped economies, healthcare systems, and social structures worldwide. This book of essays explores the evolving field of AgeTech and its core role in shaping the future of aging. It critically examines the funding landscape for aging research, the integration of AI and robotics in elder care, digital inclusion efforts, and the ethical implications of innovation in AgeTech. The book draws from the author’s personal experience and research expertise, presenting a compelling call to action for interdisciplinary collaboration and investment in transformative solutions. Designed for researchers, professionals, policymakers, and students, the book provides an accessible yet thought-provoking perspective on how technology can enhance the lives of older adults while addressing systemic challenges in healthcare and aging services. These essays provide a roadmap for those committed to shaping a future where technology enhances aging with dignity, independence, and equity.
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About the Author
Alex Mihailidis, PhD, PEng, FCAHS, is a Professor at the University of Toronto (U of T) and the Inaugural Scientific Director of AGE-WELL, Canada’s national network on technology and aging. He also serves as the Associate Vice-President for International Partnerships at U of T. With over 20 years of experience, Alex’s research bridges health sciences, engineering, and social policy to create technologies that support older adults and caregivers. He has published extensively and leads national and international initiatives focused on aging with dignity.
His work is driven by the belief that technology should enhance—not replace—human care. He is a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences and RESNA, and in 2022 was named one of the United Nations' Healthy Ageing 50 global leaders. In 2025, he was named a Chevalier of the Ordre des Palmes Académiques by the French Republic in recognition of his contributions to international academic collaboration and education.
Beyond his academic and leadership roles, Alex is a committed mentor and collaborator. The ideas in this book are informed by years of dialogue with students, colleagues, older adults, and his own experiences as a caregiver. He lives in Toronto with his wife and two children, who continue to inspire his work and remind him why building a more compassionate future for aging matters.
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