Profile – Dr Emma Hock, The University of Sheffield
Dr Emma Hock is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Sheffield specialising in evidence synthesis in social care, leading NIHR funded review research.
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Profile – Dr Bryony Waters-Harvey, The University of Sheffield
Dr Bryony Waters Harvey is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Sheffield, studying care and support for people living with dementia and MND.
Posters announced for AAIC Neuroscience Next Manchester
Poster presentations are now confirmed for AAIC Neuroscience Next Manchester 2026, with research across biomarkers, care, imaging, and prevention.
Podcast – Three Researchers. One Disease. Lewy Body Dementia
In this podcast episode we explore Lewy body dementia with Ece Bayram, Joe Kane & David Koss discussing diagnosis research challenges and why awareness matters
Study maps symptom links in Lewy body dementia
New research uses network analysis to show how Lewy body dementia symptoms connect, highlighting visual hallucinations and bladder symptoms as central features.
New report warns of major rise in dementia across Europe
A new Alzheimer Europe report estimates dementia across Europe could rise by almost two thirds by 2050, increasing pressure on health, care, and research.
Could an MRI scan detect Lewy body dementia sooner?
New research uses brain scans to spot Lewy body dementia earlier. John O’Brien and Elena Herrero explain how imaging could improve diagnosis and care.
Depression later in life may signal Parkinson’s or Lewy body dementia
A Danish study of 17,711 people found late life depression was more common before Parkinson’s and Lewy body dementia, suggesting early neurodegenerative change.
Lewy Body Dementia Research Year in Review
Lewy Body Dementia Association webinar reviewing 2025 advances in Lewy body dementia research including diagnostics biomarkers and clinical trials
£2.4m national trial to rethink swallowing care
The University of Bradford has £2.4m from NIHR to lead a clinical trial to improve care for swallowing difficulties, including dementia.
SPIN-D Network + Flexible Funding 2026 Explained
Round two of SPIN D Flexible Funding is open. This session explains the schemes, eligibility, PPI expectations and tips to shape a strong application.
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