Major CRISPR patent decision won’t end tangled dispute
Nature Careers BlogFights over who invented the gene-editing technology are becoming more complex, and could carry on for years. Shared from Nature
Research News
6 Highlights from the 2022 ARUK Conference
Dementia ResearcherAlzheimer’s Research UK’s annual conference showcased the latest dementia research findings, check out the highlights in this post.
Tools to translate: ECR perspective with Dr Wioleta Zelek
UK DRIInterview with recently appointed UK DRI Emerging Leader and RAD Fellow, Dr Wioleta Zelek discussing her research journey & patenting research tools
Winners of The Brain Prize 2022
Prof Silvia Arber, Martyn Goulding & Ole Kiehn awarded The Brain Prize for having revolutionized our understanding of the neuronal cell types
Benzodiazepines Coax Microglia to Prune Synapses, Impair Cognition
Alz ForumLong-term use of benzodiazepines, commonly prescribed for anxiety, may impair cognition and increase the risk of developing dementia – news from Alz Forum.
Advance Kenyan science – seize opportunities to collaborate
How networks can help to win research grants and equip labs in Africa – shared from Nature Careers.
Research aims to improve sleep for people with dementia
Two new research programmes from the University of Exeter are helping find new ways to support people with dementia who experience problems with sleep.
Catch-up – NEURACLIN 2022 Dealing with Dementia
If you missed the Neuraclini Conference on the 17th January, you can watch back now – 13 talks from leaders in their research fields.
Race Against Dementia Drug Discovery to Trial Project
Race Against Dementia announes its funding for a new RAD Discovery Hub at The University of Edinburgh and Alzheimer’s Centre, Amsterdam.
World Dementia Council – Dialogue on early career scientists
A transcript from the global dialogue of international leaders in dementia discussing the challenges and opportunities faced by early career scientists
Alzheimer’s Research UK launches new ECR Programme
Alzheimer’s Research UK has developed a new programme that consists of refreshing existing activities & developing new support for ECRs.
Seasons Greetings 2021
Adam SmithMerry Christmas and a Happy New Year from Dementia Researcher – thank you for all your support over the year, and here are a few stats we’re excited to share.