Bio
Kok Yang is a research associate in CARE. He graduated with a Master of Science in Applied Gerontology from Nanyang Technological University in 2021. His primary interest is exploring social, psychological and behavioural conditions that shape the complex ageing experience and looking at various approaches to promote a higher quality of life for older adults. Kok Yang is also a grassroots volunteer in a Resident Committee and participates actively in community work, particularly those involving older adults. Currently, Kok Yang manages an Assessment of Fall and Fracture Risk study that intends to develop high-quality screening algorithms for assessing the risk of falls and fractures among older adults in the community, and determine their psychosocial, cognitive and sociodemographic correlates. Through work and volunteering, he aspires to gain more insight into ageing research and further his learning.
Education
Master (Science - Applied Gerontology)
Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)
Murdoch University, Australia
Diploma in Electronics & Comm Engineering
Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Singapore