Profile – Viktorija Smith, University of Cambridge
Viktorija Smith is a PhD Student & Speech and Language Therapist at University of Cambridge researching cognitive and language changes across Alzheimer’s & FTD
All posts by Dementia Researcher
Can Social Media Help Improve Dementia Care?
Dr Thomas Hadjistavropoulos reveals how social media can revolutionise healthcare, boost awareness, and speed up life-changing research in this TEDx talk.
Podcast – Caring, Connecting, Changing
Michelle Memran speaks with Alex Kornhuber and Sonata Mačiulskytė on how lived experience of caregiving reshapes dementia research and creativity.
The EMPOWER Dementia Network+ Co-production Toolkit
New EMPOWER Dementia Network+ Toolkit offers practical guidance, case studies and resources to support genuine co-production with people living with dementia.
Profile – Michelle Memran, Global Brain Health Institute
Michelle Memran is a Documentary Filmmaker, Advocate and Atlantic Fellow for Equity in Brain Health working to share stories and improbe brain health
Plenary Perspectives: What We Learned at AAIC 2025
ISTAART Ambassadors Jinhak Kim, Xue-Rui Peng, Ziphozihle Ntwatwa, and Ireneaus Nyame share reflections on key AAIC 2025 plenary sessions in dementia research.
Profile – Dr Elisa Di Rosa, University of Padova
Dr Elisa Di Rosa is an Associate Professor at University of Padova, Italy researching Cognitive and Affective disorders in aging and neurodegenerative disorders
Blog – The role of a Research Nurse in Dementia trials
Jacqui Kerr shares her experiences as a research nurse in dementia trials, exploring daily responsibilities, challenges, and the hope research brings.
Profile – Alex Kornhuber, Global Brain Health Institute
Alex Kornhuber is a Photographer, Carer and Atlantic Fellow for Equity in Brain Health telling meaningful stories through his photography
Building a Network When You’re the Only Dementia Researcher
We find the perfect people to help answer your questions
Blog – A Career from Nursing to Research
Lesley Cousland shares her journey from nursing to research, reflecting on dementia care, evidence-based practice, and inclusive opportunities for care homes.
Podcast – Failing Forward: What My Grant Rejection Taught Me
Grant rejection is part of research life. Fiona McLean speaks with Sarah Marzi, Kate Harris and Dayne Beccano-Kelly on lessons learned and resilience.