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University of São Paulo joins Age-Friendly University Global Network on ageing
The University of São Paulo has become a member of the Age-Friendly University Global Network, a step it links to the record of its School of Arts, Sciences and Humanities.
Why it matters: USP says the membership recognises its School of Arts, Sciences and Humanities and opens prospects for ageing-focused teaching, research and outreach.
The University of São Paulo (USP) said it has joined the Age-Friendly University Global Network, an international network of universities that recognise and study human longevity.
According to USP, the membership recognises the track record of its School of Arts, Sciences and Humanities (Escola de Artes, Ciências e Humanidades, EACH).
The university said joining the network opens prospects for strengthening teaching, research and community outreach (extensão) initiatives focused on ageing.
Editor’s view
Rachel Smith, Students and International Editor
USP has joined the network, and the university says the step, which recognises EACH's record, opens prospects for strengthening its teaching, research and outreach on ageing.