← Back to Clinical Trials
Recruiting NCT05256251

NCT05256251 Westlake Longevity Cohort

◆ AI Clinical Summary
Plain-language summary for patients
Clinical Trial Summary
NCT ID NCT05256251
Status Recruiting
Phase —
Sponsor Westlake University
Condition Aging
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment 2,800 participants
Start Date 2021-11-15
Primary Completion 2028-11-14

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 50 Years
Max Age N/A
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL

Eligibility Fast-Check

Enter your details for a quick preliminary check. This does not replace medical advice.

What to Expect as a Participant

This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.

This trial targets 2,800 participants in total. It began in 2021-11-15 with a primary completion date of 2028-11-14.

⚠ This information is for research awareness only. Always consult your physician before joining any clinical trial. Participation is voluntary and you may withdraw at any time.

Brief Summary

The Westlake Longevity Cohort (We-Longevity) is a prospective cohort study among centenarians, nonagenarians and senior citizens living in Zhejiang Province, China. The primary aim of this cohort is to characterize the multi-omics molecular characteristics of healthy longevity and their dynamic trajectories. The second aim is to culture the gut microbiota of these elderly people through culturomics. The third aim of We-Longevity is to investigate the association of dietary and lifestyle with the multi-omics molecular characteristics of healthy longevity, and to facilitate the development of personalized nutritional/lifestyle recommendation for the public.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Participants live in Zhejiang Province, China. * Participants intend to remain in Zhejiang Province for ≥3 years. Exclusion Criteria: * Participants with infectious diseases.

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Ju-Sheng Zheng, PhD

✉ zhengjusheng@westlake.edu.cn

📞 86-0571-86915303

Principal Investigator

Ju-Sheng Zheng, PhD

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Westlake University

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT05256251 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 50 Years or older, studying Aging. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT05256251 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT05256251 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at zhengjusheng@westlake.edu.cn for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT05256251 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Lishui, China.

Who is sponsoring the NCT05256251 clinical trial?

NCT05256251 is sponsored by Westlake University. The principal investigator is Ju-Sheng Zheng, PhD at Westlake University. The trial plans to enroll 2,800 participants.

Related Trials

ClinicalMetric — Independent clinical trial intelligence platform. Not affiliated with NIH, ClinicalTrials.gov, the U.S. FDA, or any pharmaceutical company, hospital, or clinical research organization. Trial data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Do not make any treatment, enrollment, or health decisions based solely on information found here — always consult a qualified healthcare professional. Full Disclaimer  ·  Last Reviewed: November 2026  ·  Data Methodology