Gerontological Society of America (GSA) Informal Interest Group on
Measurement, Statistics, and Research Design

Mission Statement

The focus of the proposed Measurement, Statistics, and Research Methods informal interest group at Gerontological Society of America (GSA) is on quantitative research methodology in gerontology. The specific aims of the group are to: (1) encourage interest in, development of, and the appropriate application of measurement, statistics, and design among gerontology researchers; (2) disseminate and highlight research findings illustrating advanced, recently developed, or innovative statistical procedures, measurement issues, and rigorous research design through symposia, presentations, and/or pre-conference workshops at the GSA Annual Meeting. The group plans to organize and sponsor at least one symposium proposal each year; (3) promote and circulate information on job opportunities, grant announcements, fellowships and job positions, and publication opportunities when relevant to the focus of the interest group; (4) exchange information, discuss, and promote collaboration on recent developments in measurement, statistics, and research methods in gerontological research among members of the interest group.