Weill Cornell Seeks Older Adults with HIV for Memory Loss Study

Participants needed for virtual survey on memory challenges, with compensation offered

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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Weill Cornell Medicine's Center on Aging and Behavioral Research is conducting a new study to understand the memory loss challenges faced by older adults living with HIV. The center is seeking input from New York state residents over the age of 60 who have HIV, in order to help design new technologies for memory support. Interested individuals can call 646-962-7141 or email AgingBehavioralRsrch@med.cornell.edu to participate.

Why it matters

As the population of older adults living with HIV continues to grow, understanding the unique cognitive challenges they face is crucial for developing effective support and care. This study aims to give a voice to this community and inform the creation of tools that can improve quality of life.

The details

The study is being conducted virtually and is open to New York state residents over the age of 60 who are living with HIV. Participants will be compensated for their time and input, which the researchers say will be extremely valuable in helping design new memory support technologies.

  • The study is currently underway and accepting participants.

The players

Weill Cornell Medicine's Center on Aging and Behavioral Research

A research center at Weill Cornell Medicine focused on understanding and addressing the unique health challenges faced by older adults.

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What’s next

Interested individuals should call 646-962-7141 or email AgingBehavioralRsrch@med.cornell.edu to learn more about participating in the study.

The takeaway

This study represents an important effort to better support the growing population of older adults living with HIV, whose unique cognitive challenges require specialized attention and care.