Translational Research in Immunosenescence, Gerontology and Geriatrics

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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


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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 […]

TRIGG year meeting 2025

February 13, 2025
On March 28, we are hosting our second TRIGG Year Meeting, following a successful first edition last year. Join us on that Friday evening at the chapel of the University Hospital to discover […]

Geriatricians on the move

February 4, 2025
Sustainable solutions are needed to address the growing socioeconomic and ecological challenges of an ageing society, safeguarding the wellbeing of both people and the planet for the coming years and […]