AAIC 2021 transitions to Denver, USA and Online
Alzheimer’s Association International Conference® 2021 (AAIC®) confirmed it will take place online and in person in Denver, USA – July 26-30.
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AAIC Advancements – Abstract Deadlines
Submit abstracts to present at AAIC Advancements: APOE / Immunity, two conferences to foster collaboration & drive advancements in neuroscience
Addressing Diversity in Alzheimer’s Clinical Trials
A significant hurdle in developing therapeutics and care models for Alzheimer’s disease that work for people of all ethnic and racial backgrounds is the recruitment and retention of traditionally underrepresented groups in clinical trials.
Advance your career and the future of dementia research
Join us in Chicago, where experts will offer diverse perspectives on groundbreaking research through group sessions and individual mentoring.
ALZ-NET: A Long-Term Data Collection and Sharing Network for New Treatments
ALZ-NET — a new platform that will collect long-term clinical and safety data from patients treated with Alzheimer’s disease therapies
Alzheimer’s Association Summer Research Institute
AA-ISRI is an immersive, no-cost opportunity – For psychosocial and public health postdoctoral students and early career researchers
COVID-19 Associated with Long-Term Cognitive Dysfunction, Acceleration of Alzheimer’s Symptoms
There are many questions about the long-term impact of COVID-19 our bodies and brains. New research reported at the AAIC found associations between it, and persistent cognitive deficits, including the acceleration of Alzheimer’s disease pathology and symptoms.
Experiences of Racism Associated with Poor Memory, Increased Cognitive Decline
Experiences of racism are associated with lower memory scores & worse cognition in midlife, in old age, and especially among Black people
Global Dementia Cases Forecasted to Triple by 2050
Do you want the good news 1st? Or the bad News? Positive trends in global education will decrease dementia prevalence worldwide but trends in smoking, high BMI and high blood sugar will counteract the decrease.
Important Update: Alzheimer’s Association International Research Grant Program
The Alzheimer’s Association is pausing the International Research Grant Program (IRGP) letter of intent submission process – New deadlines for the applications submission process for the IRGP will be confirmed soon.
Improving Air Quality Reduces Dementia Risk
Improving air quality may improve cognitive function and reduce dementia risk, according to several studies reported this weeks AAIC.
ISTAART – Submit a nomination for the Bill Thies Award
The Alzheimer’s Association is seeking nominations for the new Bill Thies Award for Distinguished Service to ISTAART – closes 10th February.