As the proportion of the elderly in the world´s population continues to increase a global discussion about „Active Healthy Aging“ is crucial in addressing the health, economic, industrial and social challenges created by this shift. Age-related illnesses and problems continue to place a major burden on health care systems, social, and financial systems. The Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, the German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases Magdeburg, and the Magdeburg City Congress Office have planned this international conference to find common solutions for the future. The topics of the conference are: "60 is the new 40“ and the meaning of active aging in the 21st Century; Preserving cognitive functions; Nutritional interventions to promote healthy aging; The potentiating effects of physical and cognitive activity; The valuable 50+ employee: optimizing wellness, health, and experience; Prevention of age-related diseases. Maintaining independence through assistive technology systemAn industrial exhibition will introduce and demonstrate products designed for the aging population.