Lead Pollution Linked to Memory Problems in Older Adults
Alzheimer's AssociationHistoric lead exposure from the era of leaded petrol linked to 20% higher risk of memory problems in older adults, decades after initial exposure
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Real-World Results for New Alzheimer’s Drugs Show Effectiveness
Real world data from AAIC 2025 shows Alzheimer’s drugs lecanemab and donanemab match or exceed clinical trial safety, with patients reporting positive outcomes.
New Insights Into Cognitive Health Differences Between Men and Women
AAIC 2025 research finds TBIs may shrink dementia-related brain areas more in women and links chemotherapy-related brain changes to memory and focus problems.
Catch Up: 2025 Alzheimer’s Society ECR Retreat Sessions
Dementia ResearcherCouldn’t make it to the Alzheimer’s Society ECR Retreat? Recordings from all the sessions are now online, covering research, careers, wellbeing, and more.
Watch now Dementia Researcher X ISTAART Relay Podcast Series
The 2025 ISTAART PIA Relay Podcast playlist is now live. Six global conversations on dementia research, featuring biomarkers, nutrition, equity, and more.
Milbotix Ltd announces SmartSocks DISCOVERY
Milbotix launches SmartSocks®DISCOVERY, a wearable research tool capturing real-time data for studies in dementia, Parkinson’s, sleep and movement disorders.
Dementia, Art & Research from DemFest
Recording from the DEMFEST webinar on dementia and art, sharing personal reflections, research insights, and a short exhibition created in community workshops.
Council Calls to Boost Clinical Academic Roles
New Council of Deans report urges urgent action to grow clinical academic careers in nursing, midwifery and the allied health professions.
Making Dementia Matter Through Sound
Dr Erik Norman Dzwiza-Ohlsen & Ragna Winniewski lecture discussing their work with the Genetic Choir Ensemble in Amsterdam
The Future of Research Delivery in the UK
NIHRThe NIHR Research Delivery Network is adopting new ways of working to support research across all settings, improving access, impact, and national coordination.
2025 Alzheimer’s Drug Pipeline Shows Growth and Diversity
New data shows 182 trials testing 138 drugs for Alzheimer’s, with diverse targets, repurposed agents, and growing use of biomarkers across all phases.
Sleep problems could double risk of dementia in later life
UK DRINew research by UKDRI / NIA Dr Emily Simmonds & Kristin Levine reveals sleep disorders may double the risk of developing dementia and neurodegeneration later in life