Shaping the Future of Cognitively Healthy Ageing under the CODATA Task Group

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Thank you for participating in this questionnaire on cognitively healthy aging, which refers to maintaining cognitive abilities, such as memory, attention, problem-solving, and decision-making, throughout aging, while supporting independence and quality of life. This survey seeks insights from academia, government, and industry on how to promote cognitively healthy aging, what types of data are most useful, and where to set priorities for policy and future recommendations. Some questions allow multiple selections, please choose the options most relevant to you.

Your input is invaluable in shaping data-driven, inclusive societies where people of all backgrounds can age with dignity, autonomy, and well-being.

Sharing your contact at the end is optional but encouraged. The information provided will be used exclusively by the Co-Chairs and Secretary of the CODATA Task Group "Data driven social change towards a society promoting cognitively healthy aging".

1. Which sector do you represent?

If you selected ‘Other,’ please specify.

2. How important is the promotion of cognitively healthy aging for the future of society?

3. Which domains of data are most critical for research and monitoring purposes of cognitively healthy aging across countries? (Select up to three) *

Clinical/medical data

Cognitive assessments

Lifestyle habits (diet, exercise, sleep, etc.)

Social factors (education, income, community)

Digital data (wearables, smartphones, online platforms)

Environmental factors (air quality, green spaces, built environment)

Other:

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4. Which types of data are most critical to guide strategies for promoting cognitively healthy aging across countries? (Select up to three)

Health check-up and medical monitoring (screenings, disease prevention, treatment)

Lifestyle habits (diet, exercise, mental activities, consumer choices)

Social and economic conditions (education, income, rural vs. urban access)

Use of digital health and technology (apps, telehealth, assistive devices)

Environment and infrastructure (city planning, mobility, accessibility)

Government programs and policies (healthy aging initiatives)

Community life and services (local activities, service access)

Other:

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5. What do you see as the biggest barriers to effective use of cross-domain data for cognitively healthy aging? (Select up to three)

Lack of standardized data collection

Privacy and ethical concerns

Data kept separate across organizations, research institutions, or government departments

Lack of incentives for data sharing

Insufficient funding/resources

Limited collaboration across disciplines or fields (e.g., researchers, clinicians, policy makers)

Other:

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6. Which technologies show the most potential to support cognitively healthy aging? (Select up to two)

AI and machine learning (predictive models for early detection of cognitive decline)

Assistive/adaptive technologies (mobility aids, smart home devices)

Digital health tools (wearables, telehealth, apps) and robotic devices

Big data platforms (integrating information across health and social services)

Neuroimaging and biomarkers (e.g., MRI, PET scans, blood-based markers)

Other:

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7. What policy actions are most needed to ensure responsible data use for cognitive healthy aging? (Select up to three)

Clear ethical frameworks and strong data protection rules

International agreements for safe data sharing

Incentives to support collaboration between academia, industry, and government

Common standards for data quality and interoperability

Stable, long-term funding models

Public engagement and initiatives to build trust

Other:

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8. Which types of recommendations would be most impactful for promoting responsible and effective use of data in cognitively healthy aging? (Select up to two)

Practical guidelines for data collection, management, and sharing

Policy frameworks to guide governments and institutions

Ethical principles for responsible innovation

Roadmaps to foster cross-sector collaboration

Best practices for engaging communities and individuals

Other:

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9. Imagine the next 10–20 years: What would a society that effectively supports cognitive health in older adults look like? (Open-ended question)

10. From your perspective, what are the top priorities for future recommendations on using data to promote cognitively healthy aging, and who should take the lead in implementing them? (Open-ended question) *

Primary country/region you work in or represent (e.g., Japan, Germany, Europe, Middle East, Southeast Asia). *

Providing your contact is optional, but it will allow us to keep in touch and build collaborations. If you agree, we would be glad if you could share your name and email.

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