Aung’s current research work focuses on a deeper understanding of the biology of ageing, frailty and age-related diseases, including cardiovascular disease.

His workintegrates longitudinal cohort data, epigenetic ageing biomarkers, functional measures and intervention studies to identify early markers of vulnerability and potential prevention opportunities. He’s also contributed to an epigenome-wide study of a family-based intervention for offspring of trauma-exposed mothers in Kosovo and, as lead investigator, examined the effect of aspirin on grip strength and gait speed in the ASPREE trial.

Collectively, his work aims to improve early identification of at-risk older adults and to inform strategies that support healthy and independent ageing.