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What does RAA-21 stand for?
What does RAA-21 stand for?
Research Agenda on Ageing for the Twenty-First Century
The Research Agenda on Ageing for the Twenty-First Century was developed by the United Nations Programme on Ageing (UNPOA) only.
The Research Agenda on Ageing for the Twenty-First Century was developed by the United Nations Programme on Ageing (UNPOA) only.
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What city was the first version of the Research Agenda presented at?
What city was the first version of the Research Agenda presented at?
Madrid
In addition to the 2007 update, the publication for the Research Agenda also includes the report of the Rio Workshop.
In addition to the 2007 update, the publication for the Research Agenda also includes the report of the Rio Workshop.
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Who was the co-convener of the Research Agenda project during its inception in 1997?
Who was the co-convener of the Research Agenda project during its inception in 1997?
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What are the four sections of the Research Agenda on Ageing?
What are the four sections of the Research Agenda on Ageing?
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The major priorities for research exploration found in the Research Agenda on Ageing are linked to the Priority Directions of the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing.
The major priorities for research exploration found in the Research Agenda on Ageing are linked to the Priority Directions of the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing.
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Which of these priorities for research exploration is not explicitly included in the Research Agenda on Ageing?
Which of these priorities for research exploration is not explicitly included in the Research Agenda on Ageing?
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What are the three main components within the Research Agenda for the implementation of the Madrid Plan of Action?
What are the three main components within the Research Agenda for the implementation of the Madrid Plan of Action?
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The Research Agenda on Ageing encourages research on Ageing in all countries, but especially in countries in transition and developing countries.
The Research Agenda on Ageing encourages research on Ageing in all countries, but especially in countries in transition and developing countries.
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What is the UN General Assembly's main tool to help promote the implementation of the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing?
What is the UN General Assembly's main tool to help promote the implementation of the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing?
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The Research Agenda on Ageing encourages the involvement of all parties to continue advocating for the research on ageing.
The Research Agenda on Ageing encourages the involvement of all parties to continue advocating for the research on ageing.
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What is the UN General Assembly's role in relation to The Research Agenda on Ageing?
What is the UN General Assembly's role in relation to The Research Agenda on Ageing?
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What are the two key points that contribute to the success of the Research Agenda?
What are the two key points that contribute to the success of the Research Agenda?
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The Research Agenda on Ageing was created as a static document, and does not require any further updates or revision.
The Research Agenda on Ageing was created as a static document, and does not require any further updates or revision.
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What is the main goal of the Research Agenda on Ageing?
What is the main goal of the Research Agenda on Ageing?
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The 2007 update of the Research Agenda included a review of research priorities, and other materials.
The 2007 update of the Research Agenda included a review of research priorities, and other materials.
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In what year was the Rio Workshop held?
In what year was the Rio Workshop held?
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The Rio Workshop contributed to informing and developing the Research Agenda on Ageing and the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing.
The Rio Workshop contributed to informing and developing the Research Agenda on Ageing and the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing.
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Which of the following was NOT a research priority identified in the Rio de Janeiro workshop?
Which of the following was NOT a research priority identified in the Rio de Janeiro workshop?
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Research on ageing is a priority area highlighted in the key documents for the International Plan for Action on Ageing.
Research on ageing is a priority area highlighted in the key documents for the International Plan for Action on Ageing.
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What are the three key priorities discussed for international cooperation related to ageing?
What are the three key priorities discussed for international cooperation related to ageing?
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The UN General Assembly concluded that all countries, but particularly developing countries, would greatly benefit from research dedicated to the study of ageing.
The UN General Assembly concluded that all countries, but particularly developing countries, would greatly benefit from research dedicated to the study of ageing.
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Which of these is NOT a part of the UN General Assembly's plan for implementing the International Plan of Action on Ageing?
Which of these is NOT a part of the UN General Assembly's plan for implementing the International Plan of Action on Ageing?
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The Research Agenda highlights the importance of collaborating with organizations such as the ILO, UNESCO, UNFPA, and the WHO.
The Research Agenda highlights the importance of collaborating with organizations such as the ILO, UNESCO, UNFPA, and the WHO.
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The research agenda encourages strengthening the research infrastructure in developing countries through international collaboration and exchanges in expertise.
The research agenda encourages strengthening the research infrastructure in developing countries through international collaboration and exchanges in expertise.
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What is the key suggestion for advancing the research agenda in the long term?
What is the key suggestion for advancing the research agenda in the long term?
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The Research Agenda is intended as a static document for the public, and changes should not be made to the content.
The Research Agenda is intended as a static document for the public, and changes should not be made to the content.
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The research agenda encourages the development of a comprehensive and unified global archive for research on ageing.
The research agenda encourages the development of a comprehensive and unified global archive for research on ageing.
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What are the three key components of the research agenda's operationalization efforts?
What are the three key components of the research agenda's operationalization efforts?
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The Rio de Janeiro workshop encouraged organizations to work together, and to establish an additional initiative or plan to be implemented in the global community.
The Rio de Janeiro workshop encouraged organizations to work together, and to establish an additional initiative or plan to be implemented in the global community.
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The IAGG's regional congresses will provide an opportunity for members to focus on the review and appraisal of the Research Agenda on Ageing, but not on the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing (MIPAA).
The IAGG's regional congresses will provide an opportunity for members to focus on the review and appraisal of the Research Agenda on Ageing, but not on the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing (MIPAA).
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The Research Agenda on Ageing was created to serve solely as a tool for informing policy makers and researchers.
The Research Agenda on Ageing was created to serve solely as a tool for informing policy makers and researchers.
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The IAGG should continue to collaborate with the UN in developing and furthering the Research Agenda on Ageing.
The IAGG should continue to collaborate with the UN in developing and furthering the Research Agenda on Ageing.
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Developing countries are the only countries that are encouraged to strengthen their research infrastructure, by collaborating with established international research bodies.
Developing countries are the only countries that are encouraged to strengthen their research infrastructure, by collaborating with established international research bodies.
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The Rio Workshop identified a need to focus on gender issues and the social impact of economic development, in relation to ageing in developing countries.
The Rio Workshop identified a need to focus on gender issues and the social impact of economic development, in relation to ageing in developing countries.
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The IAGG is the only entity encouraged by the Research Agenda to further develop the agenda, but it must be done so in collaboration with all stakeholders.
The IAGG is the only entity encouraged by the Research Agenda to further develop the agenda, but it must be done so in collaboration with all stakeholders.
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The Research Agenda on Ageing is a static document and does not require any further updates or revision.
The Research Agenda on Ageing is a static document and does not require any further updates or revision.
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The Research Agenda encourages the creation of a global archive of research, which would make it more accessible to all parties.
The Research Agenda encourages the creation of a global archive of research, which would make it more accessible to all parties.
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The 2007 update of the Research Agenda was the result of many workshops and reports that led to the identification of new research priorities, directions, and areas of focus.
The 2007 update of the Research Agenda was the result of many workshops and reports that led to the identification of new research priorities, directions, and areas of focus.
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The UN General Assembly recommends that all countries, particularly developing countries, focus on improving their research infrastructure.
The UN General Assembly recommends that all countries, particularly developing countries, focus on improving their research infrastructure.
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The 2007 update of the Research Agenda addressed the impact on ageing in a number of areas including urbanization, globalization, poverty, and migration.
The 2007 update of the Research Agenda addressed the impact on ageing in a number of areas including urbanization, globalization, poverty, and migration.
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The UN General Assembly recommends that developing countries should only focus on strengthening their research infrastructures, but not on collaboration with other nations.
The UN General Assembly recommends that developing countries should only focus on strengthening their research infrastructures, but not on collaboration with other nations.
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The Research Agenda on Ageing places heavy emphasis on the importance of international collaboration.
The Research Agenda on Ageing places heavy emphasis on the importance of international collaboration.
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The Research Agenda on Ageing was created with the express purpose of replacing previous policies and plans on older people.
The Research Agenda on Ageing was created with the express purpose of replacing previous policies and plans on older people.
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The Research Agenda on Ageing is designed to help implement the recommendations from the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing.
The Research Agenda on Ageing is designed to help implement the recommendations from the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing.
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The Research Agenda on Ageing serves as a tool for governments to develop new policies, but does not encourage its use for monitoring and evaluation.
The Research Agenda on Ageing serves as a tool for governments to develop new policies, but does not encourage its use for monitoring and evaluation.
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The Research Agenda on Ageing was a complex and comprehensive proposal that only focused on the development of new research and initiatives.
The Research Agenda on Ageing was a complex and comprehensive proposal that only focused on the development of new research and initiatives.
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The Research Agenda on Ageing highlights the importance of research on the impacts of technological advancements on older people.
The Research Agenda on Ageing highlights the importance of research on the impacts of technological advancements on older people.
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The Research Agenda on Ageing is a static document, and does not require further updates or revisions.
The Research Agenda on Ageing is a static document, and does not require further updates or revisions.
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Study Notes
Research Agenda on Ageing for the 21st Century (2007 Update)
- A joint project of the United Nations Programme on Ageing and the International Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics
- This document outlines a research agenda for the 21st century, focusing on aging.
- The document features a table of contents with major research priorities like relationships between population ageing and socio-economic development.
- Current practices and options for maintaining material security in old age;
- Changing family structures;
- Determinants of healthy ageing;
- Basic biological mechanisms;
- Includes critical research areas like social participation, economic security, macro-societal change, poverty, social security systems, healthy ageing and quality of life, care systems and policy design.
- The document also covers key methodological issues for research in ageing and implementation of the research agenda, along with a list of experts.
- The preface discusses the importance of the agenda in supporting the implementation of the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing.
- Expert workshops played a key role in developing and reviewing the research agenda.
- Dedicated to the memory of Professor Gary Andrews.
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Explore the comprehensive research agenda created by the United Nations and the International Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics, focusing on aging in the 21st century. This document highlights critical priorities such as socio-economic impacts, healthy aging, family structures, and social security systems. Delve into the methodological issues surrounding aging research and discover key areas for further study.
