Translational Research in Immunosenescence, Gerontology and Geriatrics

Our mission is to make people age healthy

Aging is one of the biggest challenges of the 21st century that affects every aspect of society. TRIGG scientists combine multidisciplinary forces to tackle unhealthy ageing, striving for infinite healthy years in men and women. Read more about our mission


News

Peptides as promising keys in tackling muscle wasting

January 9, 2026
Systemic muscle wasting is a common condition associated with ageing and chronic disease, and it strongly predicts adverse health outcomes. Despite its clinical relevance, reliable biomarkers and effective pharmacological treatments […]

Muscle & Mobility

January 5, 2026
With pride, we are launching the Muscle & Mobility programme at Ghent University Hospital (UZ Gent): a concrete translation of TRIGG research into everyday clinical practice. This personalised, continuous programme […]

Blood Flow Restriction to fight Acute Sarcopenia

November 14, 2025
Muscle loss (sarcopenia) is a major concern among older adults admitted to the hospital. Illness and inactivity can rapidly reduce muscle mass and strength, making recovery more difficult and increasing […]

Statins and Gait Speed Reserve: New Insights into the Role of Polypharmacy in Older Adults

August 6, 2025
What is the impact of statin use on the physical functioning of older adults? A new study by TRIGG and the University Department of Geriatric Medicine FELIX PLATTER (Basel) sheds […]

Sample preparation in analytical peptidomics

May 22, 2025
The article "Sample preparation in analytical peptidomics: It's all about timing" discusses how critical the timing and conditions of sample preparation are for accurate peptidomic analysis. Peptides are highly dynamic […]

TRIGG-overview 2025

May 5, 2025
Principal investigator Anton De Spiegeleer presented the 2025 year overview at the meeting on 28/03/2025. Below you can find his speech. Goedenavond beste sympathisanten van TRIGG, Mensen met een hart […]