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Walter Richard Boot, Ph.D., is a Professor of Psychology in Medicine at Weill Cornell Medicine and Associate Director of the Center on Aging and Behavioral Research. He holds key roles as one of five principal investigators at the National Institute on Aging-funded Center for Research and Education on Aging and Technology Enhancement (CREATE), and as Co-Director of the ENHANCE Center, funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research. His research focuses on leveraging existing and emerging technologies to enhance health, social connectivity, and quality of life for older adults with and without cognitive impairments.
Boot’s academic contributions include advancing interdisciplinary approaches to aging and technology, particularly through his leadership in federally funded research centers. His work emphasizes translating technological innovations into practical solutions for older adults, including those with cognitive challenges. He holds prestigious fellowships from the American Psychological Association and the Gerontological Society of America.
In grants and collaborations, he leads or co-leads major initiatives such as CREATE and ENHANCE, which aim to bridge gaps between technological advancements and the needs of aging populations. His involvement in these centers underscores his commitment to both research and applied interventions in neurocognitive health and community engagement.
Boot’s affiliations include the Division of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine, reflecting his integration of psychological and medical perspectives in addressing aging-related challenges. His research agenda spans technology design, cognitive support systems, and interventions to improve social integration for older adults.
