Jaroslava Zimmermann

Dr. Jaroslava Zimmermann is a Researcher at the Cologne Center for Ethics, Rights, Economics, and Social Sciences of Health (ceres) at the University of Cologne. She holds a Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of Cologne and has extensive experience as a Research Associate in aging-related studies, including the NRW80+ and D80+ projects. Her work focuses on health inequalities, regional disparities in elderly care, and the interplay between environment and aging.

• Education:
• Ph.D. in Sociology, University of Cologne (2015–2019)
• M.A. in Sociology, Comenius University (2008–2010)
• B.A. in Sociology, Comenius University (2005–2008)
• Professional Career:
• Postdoctoral Researcher at ceres (2019–present)
• Doctoral Researcher with the NRW Research College GROW (2015–2018)
• Teaching and Research Experience at the University of Cologne

Her research interests include explaining inequalities in healthcare utilization, social determinants of health in later life, and the impact of environmental factors on frailty and well-being among the elderly. She has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles and contributed to policy-relevant reports, such as the NRW80+ follow-up survey.

Dr. Zimmermann’s work bridges transdisciplinary collaboration, with projects involving institutions like the Diocesan Caritas Association. Her recent studies analyze the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on older populations, emphasizing social cohesion and resource distribution.