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SUMMARY:NIHR Academy Members' Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:This year’s NIHR Academy Members’ Conference is a fantastic opportunity for early career researchers to hear from inspiring speakers\, network with peers and understand more about the NIHR. The hybrid event is taking place in-person in Leeds and online from 21-22 October. \nIt will feature inspiring speakers\, skills sessions\, networking opportunities and our annual poster competition. Speakers include NHS doctor and bestselling author\, Dr Amir Khan\, who will be presenting about a project he’s been involved in looking to get more minority ethnic women to have cancer screenings and reduce related deaths. \nTo be eligible to attend the conference in person\, delegates should be an NIHR Academy Member currently on an NIHR academic path. Virtual attendance is open to all. \nRegistration for an in person place will close on 5 September\, and registration to attend virtually will be open until 21 October. \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/nihr-academy-members-conference-2025/
LOCATION:Event location The Queens Hotel\, New Station Street\, City Square\, Leeds\, Yorkshire\, LS1 1PJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:AAIC Neuroscience Next 2026: Abstract Submission Closes (General)
DESCRIPTION:Students and early career investigators were invited to spotlight their research at AAIC Neuroscience Next – Opening on the 22nd September and closing on the 22nd October (General Applicants) or 26th October (ISTAART Members) \nUndergraduate and graduate students\, postdoctoral researchers\, assistant professors and research professionals within seven years of graduation of their last degree were eligible to submit abstracts. \nAbstracts spanning the breadth of neuroscience research were eligible for submission (not solely those related to Alzheimer’s and dementia research). \nAreas of interest include: \n\nBasic science and pathogenesis.\nBiomarkers.\nClinical manifestations.\nDrug development.\nPublic health.\nDementia care.\n\n\nThe Manchester Hub will focus on biomarkers across multiple domains\, and is particularly keen to encourage abstacts spanning the folling areas: \n\nFluid Biomarkers\nCognitive Assessments\nPhysiological and Behavioural Biomarkers\nNeuroimaging\nTechnology Biomarkers\n\nSubmit an Abstract
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/aaic-neuroscience-next-2026-abstract-submission-closes-general/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:White Matter in Focus
DESCRIPTION:White matter in focus: exploring the role of myelin and oligodendrocytes in neurodegeneration \nThere is increasing interest in the role of cells of the oligodendrocyte lineage in neurodegenerative conditions. While oligodendrocytes have been primarily studied in the context of demyelinating disorders such as multiple sclerosis\, this is changing with an increasing awareness of their roles in metabolic support\, immune response and synaptic function. Concurrently\, our understanding of the importance of oligodendrocyte dysfunction in a range of neurodegenerative disorders including Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease has also matured. \nThe goal of this meeting is to connect researchers and industry stakeholders with interests in multiple sclerosis\, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases with a focus on the function and dysfunction of the oligodendrocyte lineage in neurodegeneration. By facilitating networking\, sharing of knowledge\, resources and methods we hope to accelerate translation in the field. \nSupporting organisations:\nThis symposium is being organized jointly by members of the Cambridge Dementia Research Institute\, the ALBORADA Drug Discovery Institute and the Cambridge Centre for Myelin repair \nSymposium structure \nThis symposium will include two keynote speakers with outstanding contributions to oligodendrocyte research and neurodegeneration\, namely Klaus Nave\, director of the Max Planck institute for Multidisciplinary Sciences\, and Siddharthan Chandran\, director of the UK Dementia Research Institute. The remainder of the day will be divided into four themed sessions\, which will provide a holistic insight into oligodendrocyte function and their role in\ndisease: \n\nGenetics and pathology: This session will focus on the genetic and pathological evidence for the involvement of cells of the oligodendrocyte lineage in neurodegeneration.\nMechanisms: This session will focus on disease mechanisms associated with oligodendrocyte function\, including changes to metabolism\, myelination and synaptic integrity.\nModelling: This session will discuss challenges of modelling oligodendrocyte function in vitro and in vivo to understand disease mechanisms and test translational potential.\nTranslation: This session will consist of two talks\, the first reviewing the translational successes within the area of multiple sclerosis and the second aimed at identifying translational barriers. This session will close with a panel discussion to create a foundation for the strategic planning of collaborative work between participants.\n\nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/white-matter-in-focus/
LOCATION:Gonville & Caius College\, Trinity Street\, Cambridge\, CB2 1TA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:Environmentally Sustainable Health and Care Research 
DESCRIPTION:Conference on Environmentally Sustainable Health and Care Research   \nWe would be delighted for you to attend the second Conference on research outputs in Environmental Sustainability jointly run by the Medical Research Council (MRC)\, National Institute of Health and Care Research (NIHR)\, and Greener NHS at NHS England.  This hybrid conference will take place on Wednesday 22nd October 2025\, with the in-person event\, hosted at the Royal Society of Chemistry in London. \nThis year’s conference will build on the insights and commitments made during the first event. Each organisation will provide an update on their efforts\, and share progress on the actions outlined in the 2024 conference report. This conference will be focusing on two key themes: decarbonising research estates\, and capacity building for climate and health research. Attendees will have the opportunities to network and connect with experts across the sector\, and gain insights into key developments. Successful abstract submissions will be presented as posters during the conference\, showcasing important research updates across key areas. \n Date: 22nd October 2025 \nLocation: Royal Society of Chemistry\, Burlington House\, Piccadilly\, London\, W1J 0BA & Online \nEvent timings: 9.30AM – 4.30PM \nRegister to Attend Online \n  \n 
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/environmentally-sustainable-health-and-care-research/
LOCATION:The Royal Society of Chemistry\, Science Room and Fish Room\, Burlington House\, Greater London\, W1J 0BA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:MSNAP Annual Forum 2025
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to host our 16th National Forum on Wednesday 22 October 2025. This marks our first face-to-face MSNAP forum since 2019\, bringing together clinicians from memory services across the UK\, as well as patients\, carers\, and stakeholders for a dynamic day of learning\, collaboration\, and networking. \nWe’re excited to present a packed programme featuring a diverse range of speakers and topics\, including: \n\nJeremy Isaacs on NHS England Priorities\nLived experience insights from the Young Onset Dementia Activists Group\nA carer’s perspective on Lewy Body Dementia\nTalks on the future of dementia treatments\n…and much more! The full programme (PDF) is now available.\n\nWhen: 22 October 2025\, 9.30am – 4.30pm \nVenue: The Royal College of Psychiatrists\, 21 Prescot Street\, London\, E1 8BB \nCost: £80 for staff working in an MSNAP member service\, £115 for all other attendees \nComplete the booking form to register.
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/msnap-annual-forum-2025/
LOCATION:Royal College of Psychiatrists\, 21 Prescot Street\, London\, Greater London\, E1 8BB\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Mental Health Programme Online Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Three NIHR Research Schools’ Mental Health Programme Seminar Series \nWhat should emotionally safe coproduced research with lived experience researchers on sensitive topics look like? \nReflections from a co-produced systematic review\n\n📅 Wednesday 22 October 2025\n🕛 12:00 – 1:00 PM (Online)\n\nJoin us for an insightful seminar led by Dr Tessa Morgan\, presenting best practice guidelines for conducting emotionally safe research alongside lived experience researchers working on sensitive topics in underserved communities.\n\nThese guidelines were co-produced with three diverse lived experience researchers and draw on a systematic review of 41 papers published over the last decade. The session will explore how emotional safety is shaped by organisational\, ideological\, interpersonal\, and identity-related factors\, and how inequalities can impact researchers’ experiences.\nWhether you’re a healthcare professional\, researcher\, or simply interested in mental health and inclusive research practices\, this seminar is for you.\n\n🔗 Register here\n📧 Queries? Contact: Claire Ashmore – c.ashmore@keele.ac.uk
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/mental-health-programme-online-seminar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online
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SUMMARY:The Lived Experience and Researcher Network (LEARN)
DESCRIPTION:MND Scotland is once again hosting free\, interactive\, and educational local events focused on motor neuron disease research. The Lived Experience and Researcher Network (LEARN)\, organised by Scotland’s MND charity\, brings together people affected by motor neuron disease (MND) and local MND researchers. \nLEARN launched in 2023 when people with MND were invited to take tours of researchers’ laboratories and provide useful feedback to improve engagement events for people with MND and researchers. \nIn 2024\, 102 people attended four LEARN events in Aberdeen\, Dundee\, Edinburgh and Glasgow. \nThis year\, MND Scotland’s research team will be returning to Glasgow\, Aberdeen\, Edinburgh\, Dundee\, and an additional new location in Dingwall\, Scottish Highlands\, to help build relationships between researchers and people affected by MND and allow them to share knowledge and experiences. \nThe events will take place in football stadiums across the country thanks to the support from: Celtic FC\, Aberdeen FC\, Ross County Football Club\, Dundee United F.C.\, and Heart of Midlothian. \nOn the day\, attendees can expect to hear presentations from MND researchers; take part in open discussions with MND researchers and people affected by MND; participate in sessions facilitated to build relationships between attendees and researchers; and have opportunities to learn about current MND research. \nMotor neuron disease (MND) is a rapidly progressing terminal neurological illness\, which stops signals from the brain reaching the muscles. MND Scotland is the only charity in Scotland dedicated to directly supporting people living with motor neuron disease and their families and friends. \nThere are around 480 people in Scotland currently living with MND. There is no cure or meaningful treatments. \nMND Scotland supports the idea that the input and viewpoints of those with lived experience are vital to help guide research. \nKen McEwen and his wife Lesley attended the LEARN Aberdeen event in 2024: \nThe informative and engaging events will explore the latest developments in MND research for those affected by motor neuron disease and hopes to build relationships between those with lived experience and researchers to make sure that research reflects the needs of people with or affected by MND. \nMND Scotland invites those interested in this research learning event to hear more about their contribution in the fight against MND. \nEvent details (including information about parking\, accessibility\, and how to register) can be found here:  \n\nThursday 11 September 2025\, 2pm-5pm\, Celtic Park\, Glasgow https://mndscotland.org.uk/events/learn-glasgow/\nTuesday 23 September 2025\, 2pm-5pm\, Pittodrie Stadium\, Aberdeen https://mndscotland.org.uk/events/learn-aberdeen\nTuesday 7 October 2025\, 2pm-5pm\, Tynecastle Park\, Edinburgh https://mndscotland.org.uk/events/learn-edinburgh\nWednesday 22 October 2025\, 2pm-5pm\, Tannadice Park\, Dundee https://mndscotland.org.uk/events/learn-dundee\nThursday 30 October 2025\, 2pm-5pm\, Ross County\, Dingwall: https://mndscotland.org.uk/events/learn-dingwall\n\nThe online registration link can also be access here: https://forms.office.com/e/WS8VUJLYFz \nFor more information about MND Scotland\, please visit: www.mndscotland.org.uk\, email: info@mndscotland.org.uk\, or call: 0141 332 3903.
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/the-lived-experience-and-researcher-network-learn/2025-10-22/
LOCATION:Various – See Listing
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SUMMARY:Catch-up - Salon Debate - Biomedical vs Social Care Research
DESCRIPTION:Should dementia research funding shift from biomedical science to social care? Join Dr Nancy Brown and Dr Soraya Meftah for a live debate on 22 Oct at 8pm and cast your vote. \n\nDebate Motion: \nThis House would redirect funding from biomedical dementia research to social care research.\n\nWith funding limited and needs growing\, should we continue to prioritise biomedical research aimed at treatment and cure — or is it time to shift the balance toward improving care and support for people living with dementia today? \n\nSpeaker For the Motion:\nDr Nancy Brown is a dementia care researcher at the University of Edinburgh with over 18 years’ experience in frontline support. Her work focuses on social care\, community inclusion\, and the use of ethnography to explore lived experience in advanced dementia. \nSpeaker Against the Motion:\nDr Soraya Meftah is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the UK Dementia Research Institute\, University of Edinburgh. Her work focuses on understanding neurophysiological dysfunction in dementia using human and rodent models\, combining electrophysiology and functional assays to explore synaptic changes in disease. \n\nWhat to Expect\nJoin us for a live online debate where our speakers will present opposing views on the continued relevance of animal models in dementia research. The session will include: \n\n10-minute opening statements from each speaker\nModerated discussion\nAudience Q&A\nLive vote before and after the debate to see if opinions shift\n\nWhether you’re firmly for\, firmly against\, or somewhere in between\, come along and be part of the conversation. \n\n\nWatch the Recording
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/salon-debate-biomedical-vs-social-care-research/
LOCATION:Dementia Researcher Communities App
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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