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SUMMARY:Autism and Dementia: Research Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The first in the new Dementia UK research webinar series will explore the care needs of autistic people living with dementia. \nThe session will highlight how autism and dementia interact\, and why this calls for personalised approaches to care and support. \nSpeakers: \n\nDr Madeleine Walpert – Research Fellow\, Dementia UK\nDr Gavin Stewart – Senior Postdoctoral Research Fellow\, King’s College London\nDr Chris Knifton – Associate Professor in Neurocognitive and Neurodevelopmental Education\, De Montfort University\n\nAutistic people living with dementia often experience distinct challenges when accessing appropriate care. This webinar will discuss: \n\nRecognising signs of dementia in autistic people\, and avoiding misinterpretation\nAdapting care and support to meet individual needs\nRaising awareness and developing practical guidance for families\, professionals\, and organisations\n\n📩 To register: Email researchpublications@dementiauk.org. \nIf you’d like to be added to the invite list for the full quarterly series\, please mention this in your email.
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/autism-and-dementia-research-webinar/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online
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SUMMARY:Could DNA repair hold the key to treating Huntington's
DESCRIPTION:Rethinking neurodegeneration: Could DNA repair hold the key to treating Huntington’s disease? \nDNA repair mechanisms are emerging as critical players in Huntington’s disease\, revealing new therapeutic opportunities that could transform how we treat this devastating condition. \nIn this special UK DRI webinar\, internationally recognised researchers Prof Sarah Tabrizi (UK DRI at UCL) and Prof Gabriel Balmus (UK DRI at Cambridge) will: \n\nExplore what DNA repair is and why these cellular processes are fundamental to understanding Huntington’s disease\nPresent the latest breakthroughs from the field showing how DNA repair pathways influence disease onset and progression\, including exciting insights from recent clinical studies\nDiscuss their own collaborative work pioneering novel interventions to stabilise CAG repeat expansions\n\nJoin us for a fascinating event bridging fundamental DNA repair biology with cutting-edge therapeutic innovation\, offering fresh perspectives on treating Huntington’s disease at its molecular roots. \nRegister to Attend\n\nSpeakers:\nProfessor Sarah Tabrizi\, Group Leader\, UK DRI at UCL\nProf Sarah Tabrizi is an award winning scientist who has published over 420 peer-reviewed publications\, has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Society\, UK Academy of Medical Sciences and US National Academy of Medicine\, co-founded the UCL Huntington’s Disease Centre and helped set up the UK All-Party Parliamentary Group for Huntington’s disease (HD). \nShe leads an internationally recognised basic bench science and translational research team focused on understanding mechanism\, validating targets and finding disease-modifying therapies for HD. She was PI on the first successful phase 1/2b trial of an antisense oligonucleotide\, and currently serves on several SABs advising industry on the development of potential gene targeting and nucleic acid therapies for Huntington’s disease. \nSarah’s research has been recognised by numerous major prizes including the 2019 Yahr Award\, 2022 Osler Medal\, 2022 HD Society of America Research Award\, the 2022 MRC Millennium Medal\, the 2023 Arvid Carlsson Award and in 2024 she was elected both to the Fellowship of the Royal Society and the US National Academy of Medicine. \nProfessor Gabriel Balmus\, Group Leader\, UK DRI at Cambridge\nInterested in the mechanisms controlling the maintenance of nuclear and mitochondrial genomes in mature neurons\, Prof Gabriel Balmus joined the UK DRI at Cambridge in 2018. Obtaining his PhD in Molecular and Integrative Physiology in 2013 at Cornell University\, USA\, he went on to complete postdoctoral training at the Gurdon Institute at University of Cambridge and the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute. His work has revealed critical mechanisms by which DNA repair proteins like FAN1 either protect against or promote toxic repeat expansions in Huntington’s disease and related disorders\, opening new therapeutic avenues. As a UK DRI Group Leader\, Gabriel brings his wealth of expertise to research genomic instability in neurodegenerative diseases. \n(Chair) Dr Tom Massey\, Group Leader\, UK DRI at Cardiff\nDr Tom Massey is a clinical academic Neurologist\, whose research focuses on genetic modifiers and therapeutic targets for Huntington’s disease (HD). Dr Massey studied Biochemistry at Cambridge University\, before completing his PhD at Oxford in mechanisms of DNA repair. He then trained in Medicine at Oxford University\, before beginning a Welsh Clinical Academic Training Fellowship in Neurology in 2013. He was awarded a Clinical Research Training Fellowship from the MRC to develop a programme of research into genetic modifiers of HD. In 2021\, he completed his neurology training and became a Consultant Neurologist\, and was then award an MRC Clinician Scientist Fellowship to further develop his work on genetic modifiers and therapeutic targets for HD. Dr Massey joined the UK DRI in Cardiff as a Group Leader in 2023. \nRead more about the Massey Lab
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/could-dna-repair-hold-the-key-to-treating-huntingtons/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250929T180000
DTSTAMP:20260627T220841
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SUMMARY:LBD/AD vs AD/LBD: 2 Sides of the Same Coin?
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to the ISTAART Lewy Body Dementias PIA webinar\, LBD/AD vs AD/LBD: 2 Sides of the Same Coin?\, hosted by our Biomarkers in LBD Work Group.  \nJoin us as we discuss the differences and similarities between clinical LBD/AD vs AD/LBD. \nMonday\, September 29 at 11 a.m. C.T. \nModerators: \n\nCarla Abdelnour\, M.D.\, Ph;D.; Sant Pau Memory Unit\, IR Sant Pau\, Barcelona\, Spain\nEvelien Lemstra\, M.D.\, Ph.D.; Amsterdam UMC\, Amsterdam Neuroscience\, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam\, Department of Neurology\, The Netherlands\n\nSpeakers: \n\nDavid Coughlin\, M.D.; Department of Neurosciences\, University of California\, San Diego\, United States\nDavid J. Irwin\, M.D.; Department of Neurology\, Perelman School of Medicine\, University of Pennsylviania\, United States\nAndrea Pilotto\, M.D.; Department of Clinical and Experimental Sciences\, University of Brescia\,  Department of Continuity of Care and Frailty\, Neurology Unit\, ASST Spedali Civili Hospital\, Brescia\,  Neurobiorepository and Laboratory of Advanced Biological Markers\, University of Brescia and ASST Spedali Civili Hospital\, Italy\n\nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/lbd-ad-vs-ad-lbd-2-sides-of-the-same-coin/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online
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SUMMARY:Powerful Presenting at Conferences
DESCRIPTION:Delivering a memorable and impactful presentation is more than just sharing slides — it’s about connecting with your audience\, telling a clear story\, and communicating your ideas with clarity and confidence. Whether you’re new to presenting or looking to improve your skills\, this Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) session will offer valuable techniques to help you stand out at your next academic or professional conference. \nJoin Professor Ceri Battle\, Consultant and Clinical Academic Physiotherapist\, alongside Catherine Lawrence and Meredith Newman from the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)\, as they explore what makes a great presentation. Drawing on their experience in research\, clinical practice\, and professional development\, the speakers will cover: \n\nHow to structure your talk for maximum impact\nStrategies to manage nerves and boost confidence\nThe importance of storytelling and visuals\nEngaging with different audiences effectively\nCommon pitfalls and how to avoid them\n\nThis interactive online session is designed to support healthcare professionals\, researchers\, and students alike — whether you’re preparing for your first conference or refining your style for future events. \nRegister Online
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/powerful-presenting-at-conferences/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online
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SUMMARY:Setting up linked data bases for older adult social care
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr Clarissa Giebel for this free public workshop to discuss findings from our NIHR study into how we might be able to set up linked\, longitudinal social care data bases for community services for older people\, such as day care and home care. Whilst health care data are routinely collected\, social care data are not. This makes it difficult to measure the benefits and importance of social care service usage for different older adults. \nIf you: \n\nwork in adult social care\nare an unpaid carer for an older person receiving social care\nare aged 65+ and access day care or home care services\nwork in a Local Authority\nwork in the data management and tech industry\n\nJoin us for this 2-hour workshop at the University of Manchester. Refreshments will be provided and you will receive a shopping voucher for your time. \nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/setting-up-linked-data-bases-for-older-adult-social-care/
LOCATION:University of Manchester\, Manchester\, M13 9PL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250930T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250930T140000
DTSTAMP:20260627T220841
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SUMMARY:The Importance of Sample Size
DESCRIPTION:Clinical prediction models are essential for estimating individual risk of outcomes from disease. Yet\, many studies lack rigorous design. This seminar will explore why sample size is a critical factor in model development and validation\, with real examples to illustrate best practice and common pitfalls. \nLed by Professor Richard Riley \n📅 Tuesday 30 September 2025🕐 1–2pm \nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/the-importance-of-sample-size/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:An introduction to NIHR Clinical Future Leader Fellowships
DESCRIPTION:NIHR is partnering with the Medical Research Council and Cancer Research UK to grow clinical research capacity and improve career paths through the aligned Clinical Future Leader Fellowship (FLF). \nClinical FLFs will help clinicians across nursing\, midwifery\, the AHP professions\, pharmacy\, medicine\, dentistry\, and healthcare science to establish their own research teams. \nThe 7 year programme also provides protected research time and leadership development opportunities to enable fellows to transition from postdoctoral researchers to research leadership roles. \nEligible institutions are invited to nominate a maximum of 3 eligible applicants to each NIHR Clinical Future Leaders Fellowship funding opportunity. \nThis 45-minute webinar will give an overview of the scheme and process for applying along with details of the eligibility. \nA further webinar with advice for applicants and nominating organisations will follow with guest speakers in early November. \nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/an-introduction-to-nihr-clinical-future-leader-fellowships/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250930T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250930T160000
DTSTAMP:20260627T220841
CREATED:20250911T082616Z
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SUMMARY:Imaging Alzheimer's Before Symptoms Emerge
DESCRIPTION:We find ourselves in an exciting time in Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) research. As a result of longitudinal studies revealing amyloid and tau dynamics\, we now have disease-modifying treatments demonstrating cognitive benefit in early symptomatic individuals. There may be even more benefit if these therapies could be administered earlier\, before cognitive impairment.  \nMedical imaging plays a pivotal role in understanding the disease during this presymptomatic period when cognitive changes are subtle and difficult to detect. It’s important to stay current on the latest research about how these biomarkers are changing: both in terms of when (stage of the disease) and where (affected areas in the brain) and how these findings could impact your clinical development programs. \nIn this webinar\, Perceptive’s Professor David Cash will present how novel imaging and trial designs are improving accessibility and precision in presymptomatic AD research\, including: \n– How changes in amyloid burden\, tau deposition and atrophy can be detected during the presymptomatic phase of AD\n– How ultra low-field MRI and rapid MRI techniques can increase accessibility to imaging both in clinical research and in clinical trials\n– How new trial designs are needed to define relevant treatment effects in presymptomatic AD \nJoin us to learn how imaging biomarkers can detect Alzheimer’s decades before symptoms\, supporting earlier intervention and innovative trial designs. \n\nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/imaging-alzheimers-before-symptoms-emerge/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250930T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250930T160000
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SUMMARY:Demystifying the Publication Process
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered why some of your colleagues get their papers published so quickly while others must go through round after round of revisions? Have you ever asked if there is a method (or set of tasks) that increase the likelihood that your work will be accepted? \nIf so\, this WILEY is the presentation for you. In this presentation Dr. Alexander Hutchison\, the Editor-in-Chief of Current Protocols will discuss all the methods that successful researchers use every day to increase their success rate and speed up decision time. \nSome topics will include: \n\nFinding the right journal before you submit.\nReaching out to the EIC or Editorial office.\nProperly formatting your paper before submission.\nProviding suggested reviewers.\nAvoiding simple\, common mistake that will get your paper rejected immediately.\n\nTue\, Sep 30\, 2025 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM BST \nAbout Our Speaker \nAlexander Hutchison\, PhD\, Editor-in-Chief of Current Protocols\, Wiley Alexander is a fitness and wellness expert in Dallas\, Texas. Dr. Hutchison received his PhD in Exercise Physiology from the University of Houston and completed an NIH-funded postdoctoral fellowship in HIV/AIDS immunology at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston\, Texas. His two areas of study are the immune system’s response to both acute exercise and chronic overtraining\, and the genetic basis for the expression of skeletal muscle fiber types. He has authored four books\, Exercise Ain’t Enough: HIIT\, Honey\, and the Hadza\, The Swim Prescription\, In Defense of Doping\, and An Unfair Advantage: In Sports the Body Matters. Prior to joining Wiley\, Alexander was an Associate professor and department chair of exercise science at Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio\, Texas. \nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/demystifying-the-publication-process/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250930T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250930T173000
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SUMMARY:ISTAART - Patient Perspectives in Clinical Trials
DESCRIPTION:ISTAART Clinical Trials Advancement and Methods PIA webinar – Patient Perspectives in Clinical Trials. Join us for a conversation with a panel of experts and patient advocates as we see how the lived experiences of people affected by neurodegenerative diseases can shape the way clinical trials are designed and carried out.  \nModerators: \n\nCarla Abdelnour\, M.D.\, Ph;D.; Sant Pau Memory Unit\, IR Sant Pau\, Barcelona\, Spain\nAraya Assfaw\, Ph.D\,; Department of Neurology\, Knight Alzheimer Disease Research Center\, Washington University School of Medicine\, St. Louis\, Missouri\, United States\nZara Page\, Ph.D. Candidate; Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing\, University of New South Wales\, Sydney\, New South Wales\, Australia\n\nPanelists: \n\nIleana De Anda Duran\, M.D.\, MPH; Department of Epidemiology\, Tulane University Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine\, New Orleans\, United States\nMaria Teresa Ferretti\, Ph.D.; Clinical Operations and Partnerships Manager of Syntropic Medical\, Switzerland\nHelen Medsger; LBD Peer Mentor\, Support Group Facilitator and Support Services Volunteer\, Lewy Body Dementia Association\, United States\nIracema Leroi\, M.D.; FRCPC\, MRCPsych; Trinity College Dublin\, Ireland\nJoseph Kane\, M.D.\, Ph.D.; School of Medicine\, Dentistry & Biomedical Sciences\, Queen’s University Belfast\, Northern Ireland\nPaula Sinéad Donelly\, MSc\, Ph.D. Candidate; Queen’s University Belfast\, Northern Ireland\n\nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/istaart-patient-perspectives-in-clinical-trials/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online
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SUMMARY:Barcelona Blood-Brain Barrier Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:The blood-brain barrier (BBB) separates the blood circulation from the brain tissue. However\, despite its name\, the BBB is far from a static\, impenetrable barrier. Instead\, this highly dynamic structure responds to and regulates the complex requirements of brain function. To advance our knowledge of how the BBB impacts health and disease\, the 2nd edition of the Barcelona Blood-Brain Barrier Conference will bring together scientists from across the globe to discuss emerging topics in BBB physiology\, pathology and translational research. This interdisciplinary event will incorporate neuroscience\, vascular biology\, protein engineering\, bioengineering\, and nanomedicine to provide a unique platform to foster collaboration and address challenges shaping the future of this field. \nIn the name of the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC) and the Institut Químic de Sarrià (IQS)\, we look forward to welcoming you to the vibrant and historic city of Barcelona to take part in these lively discussions\, make lasting connections\, and push the boundaries of the field forward. \nRegister to Attend\n\n\n\nSubmit your abstract now!\nSubmit your abstract via the abstract submission system. You will be required to set up an account first.\nAll submissions will be reviewed based on technical merit\, readability\, relevance\, and originality.\nIf you have any questions about the submission process\, check the FAQ or contact us. \n\n\n\nSubmit your abstract online\n\n\nAbstract submission deadline: April 25th\, 2025\nConfirmation of acceptance of abstracts: May 19th\, 2025\nEarly bird registration deadline: June 6th\, 2025\nRegular registration deadline: August 1st\, 2025\nConference: Oct 1st – Oct 3rd\, 2025
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/barcelona-blood-brain-barrier-conference-2025/
LOCATION:Institut Químic de Sarrià\, Via Augusta\, 390\, Sarrià-Sant Gervasi\, Barcelona\, 08017\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:NCRM Annual Lecture 2025
DESCRIPTION:The NCRM Annual Lecture 2025 will explore the ways in which researchers can use AI responsibly in their work. \nThe free event will take place on Wednesday\, 1 October 2025 in the magnificent surroundings of The British Academy in London. It will also be streamed online. \nFour panellists will offer expert insight on this crucial topic and answer pressing questions facing the research community. \nPlease note: in-person tickets for the event have now sold out. To join a waiting list\, please click the registration link below. \nOnline registration remains open. \nAbout the event\nAI is everywhere\, affecting everything: our jobs\, public services\, the media\, the way companies do business\, the way governments are run\, the way we conduct our research. \nChanges seem to be continuing. Impacts seem to be increasing. AI is in the news every day as somebody builds a new bot to do some everyday task\, or a tech company upgrades its software to a new version with new features and capabilities. \nMeanwhile\, increasingly important questions are being raised about how researchers can develop\, deploy and use AI responsibly. And given the talk about AI agency\, what does responsible AI even mean? \nThe NCRM Annual Lecture 2025 will bring together four experts on AI with different perspectives. The panel will discuss AI futures and ethics\, and what this all means for education and research. \nThe panellists are: \n\nProfessor Dame Wendy Hall\, University of Southampton\nProfessor David De Roure\, University of Oxford\nDr Zeba Khanam\, BT\nDr Mark Carrigan\, The University of Manchester\n\n\nProgramme\nThe event will begin with a reception and light refreshments in The Lee Library\, before a welcome from NCRM’s Director and the discussion itself. Below is the schedule for the evening: \n18:00 – Reception \n18:40 – Welcome from Professor Gabriele Durrant\, Director of NCRM \n18:45 – Introductions by Professor Mark Elliot\, Vice-Director of NCRM and panel chair \n19:00 – Discussion \n20:00 – Questions \n20:30 – Close \nVenue\nThe venue for the NCRM Annual Lecture 2025 is: \nThe British Academy\n10-11 Carlton House Terrace\nLondon\nSW1Y 5AG \nThe event will take place in the Reading Room on the ground floor of the building. Read accessibility information about the venue. \nPanellists’ biographies\nDame Wendy Hall\, DBE\, FRS\, FREng is Regius Professor of Computer Science\, Associate Vice President (International Engagement) and is Director of the Web Science Institute at the University of Southampton. She became a Dame Commander of the British Empire in the 2009 UK New Year’s Honours list and is a Fellow of the Royal Society\, the Royal Academy of Engineering and the ACM. Dame Wendy was co-Chair of the UK government’s AI Review\, which was published in October 2017 and a member of the AI Council. She is currently the co-Chair of the ACM Publications Board and Editor-in-Chief of Royal Society Open Science. She is an advisor to the UK government and many other governments and companies around the world and in 2023 was appointed to the United Nations high-level advisory body on artificial intelligence. Her latest book\, Four Internets\, co-written with Kieron O’Hara\, was published by OUP in 2021. www.damewendydbe.com \nProfessor David De Roure\, of the University of Oxford\, is Academic Director of the Digital Scholarship @ Oxford initiative\, Academic Director of the Laboratory for AI Security Research and Professor of e-Research in the Oxford e-Research Centre. His research focuses on new methods of digital scholarship\, innovation in knowledge infrastructure\, cybersecurity and music. He was closely involved in the UK e-Science programme where he was the National Strategic Director for Digital Social Research for the Economic and Social Research Council. \nDr Zeba Khanam received her PhD in Computing and Electronic Systems from the University of Essex in 2022\, where she was awarded the Embedded and Intelligent Systems Scholarship. She currently serves as a Cybersecurity Research Manager in BT’s Security Research Group. Her research centres on two key areas: using AI to tackle cybersecurity challenges such as threat intelligence information overload and exploring how AI can be weaponised by threat actors to conduct malicious activities. Her work has earned multiple awards and attracted additional grant funding. \nDr Mark Carrigan FRSA FHEA is a Senior Lecturer in Education at The University of Manchester\, where he co-leads the Digital Education Manchester group and serves as an AI Fellow at the Institute for Teaching and Learning. Trained as a philosopher and sociologist\, his research bridges fundamental questions of social ontology with practical and policy interventions to support the effective use of emerging technologies in education. He has written or edited ten books\, including Social Media for Academics (Sage\, 2nd edition) and Generative AI for Academics (Sage\, 2024). His forthcoming book\, Platform and Agency: Becoming Who We Are (Routledge\, 2025)\, develops a conceptual framework for understanding personal transformation in the digital age. \nHow to attend\nThe event is free to attend but registration is required for both in-person and online attendance. \nOnline registration is open. In-person tickets have sold out. However\, if you would like to be added to a waiting list\, please follow the below link and follow the instructions. \nRegister for the NCRM Annual Lecture 2025 \nFurther information\nIf you have any questions about the NCRM Annual Lecture 2025\, please email: info@ncrm.ac.uk \nTo keep up to date with announcements about the event\, follow @ncrm.ac.uk on Bluesky\, or subscribe to the monthly NCRM newsletter. \nFind out more about NCRM
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/ncrm-annual-lecture-2025/
LOCATION:The British Academy\, 10-11 Carlton House Terrace\, London\, SW1Y 5AG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251008
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SUMMARY:AAIC Neuroscience Next 2026: Registration Opens
DESCRIPTION:AAIC Neuroscience Next is a global\, no-cost hybrid conference that aims to support and showcase the next generation of Alzheimer’s and dementia researchers and clinicians. The program is presented in a hub format that connects both global and local communities. \nBe Part of What’s Next in Neuroscience \n\nHear global perspectives through a virtual scientific program broadcast live from hubs around the world.\nGain knowledge on topics spanning the breadth of neuroscience research\, including Alzheimer’s and dementia.\nAdvance your career with access to networking and award opportunities.\n\nRegister to attend online and at one of the in-person hubs running events across the week at: \n\nSan Jose\, Costa Rica\nNnewi\, Nigeria\nPrishtina\, Kosovo\nMontevideo\, Uruguay\nManchester\, United Kingdom\nSydney\, Australia\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\nStudents and early career investigators are invited to submit an abstract by Oct. 22\, 2025 (Oct. 26 for ISTAART members). \nSubmit an Abstract
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/aaic-neuroscience-next-2026-registration-opens/
LOCATION:Greater London
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251009
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SUMMARY:35th Alzheimer Europe Conference
DESCRIPTION:We are very happy to invite you to the 35th Alzheimer Europe Conference (35AEC)\, which will be organised in Bologna from 6 to 8 October 2025\, in collaboration between Alzheimer Europe\, Federazione Alzheimer Italia and Alzheimer Uniti Italia. \nAfter our successful Conference in Milan in 1995\, this will be the second time that an Alzheimer Europe Conference is organised in Italy and the conference motto this year will be “Connecting science and communities: The future of dementia care”. \nThese are exciting and interesting times for the European dementia movement with research on new treatments and improved diagnostics making progress. In parallel\, we see a greater focus on making our societies more dementia-inclusive and ensuring that the views and voices of people with dementia are fully included in care\, policy and research. \nWe therefore hope that 35AEC will be another great networking opportunity\, bringing together people living with dementia and their families\, carers and supporters\, but also volunteers and staff of Alzheimer associations\, policy makers\, health and social care professionals\, researchers\, academics and industry representatives from all over Europe and beyond. Alzheimer Europe conferences are truly unique\, attracting representatives with hugely varied backgrounds and nationalities and we are sure that our Bologna conference will continue this trend. \nTogether with our colleagues from Alzheimer Uniti Italia and Federazione Alzheimer Italia\, we will make sure to also develop a particularly interesting programme for our Italian colleagues. All plenary sessions\, as well as all sessions organised in the main conference hall will be translated into Italian. An additional two parallel session slots have been reserved for the sessions\, workshops and symposia organised by our two Italian co-hosts. This year’s programme should therefore be particularly appealing to both English and Italian speakers. \nWe invite you to share your research\, projects\, activities and experience via our call for abstracts\, so that we can develop an exciting\, interesting and varied programme for all participants wishing to learn more about the latest developments and opportunities in dementia care\, treatment\, management\, research and policy. \nWe hope that your participation in this year’s Alzheimer Europe Conference will be a fantastic experience and that you will get the most out of our exciting and innovative programme and range of networking opportunities\, whilst also discovering the amazing city of Bologna. \nAs organisers\, we are deeply grateful to all our sponsors\, for supporting the activities of Alzheimer Europe and this Annual Conference in particular. Their support makes it possible for us to provide highly competitive registration rates for a truly unique conference. \nWe look forward to welcoming you to 35AEC in Bologna from 6 to 8 October! \nRegister to Attend \n\nAbstracts\nWe are delighted to invite you to submit abstracts for the upcoming 35th Alzheimer Europe Conference  #35AEC\, which will take place in Bologna\, Italy\, under the banner “Connecting science and communities: The future of dementia care”. \nThe call for abstracts will close on 30 April 2025. Click here for more information.
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/35th-alzheimer-europe-conference/
LOCATION:Bologna Congress Center\, Piazza della Costituzione\, Bologna\, Bologna BO\, 40128\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251007T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251007T130000
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SUMMARY:Race Against Dementia - UK DRI Fellowships Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Race Against Dementia (RAD) and the UK Dementia Research Institute (UK DRI) are set to launch a new AI Innovation Fellowship Scheme\, designed to support the development and application of artificial intelligence approaches to advance understanding of dementia and related conditions. \nThis livestream will introduce the scheme\, outline opportunities for researchers\, and provide a chance to ask questions directly to representatives from both organisations. \nThe fellowship aims to: \n\nSupport the next generation of researchers in dementia and AI\nDrive pioneering\, high-impact research\nFoster global collaborations\nTransform the lives using the latest advancements in AI and machine learning\n\nSpeakers: \nLydia Beaton – Chief Operating Officer and Interim Chief Executive Officer\, Race Against Dementia \nNatalie Duggett\, PhD – Science Programme Manager (Early Careers)\, UK Dementia Research Institute \nhttps://www.ukdri.ac.uk/ \nhttps://www.raceagainstdementia.com/ \nIf you can’t attend the live event email your questions to dementiaresearcher@ucl.ac.uk \nFunding Call Details
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/race-against-dementia-uk-dri-fellowships/
LOCATION:YouTube
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251007T140000
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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/2025-10-07/
LOCATION:Various – See Listing
CATEGORIES:Public Discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251008T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251008T140000
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SUMMARY:New Challenges to Research Integrity
DESCRIPTION:A BGS webinar on what you should know about research integrity in the current landscape. The seminar will be relevant to anyone who reads medical journal articles\, either as a researcher or clinician.  \n8 October 2025\, 12:30 – 14:00 \n\n\n\n\nThis webinar will cover clinical trials\, and other types of studies relevant to medicine. It will cover hot topics and new issues such as the use of generative AI in research and the proliferation of ‘paper mills’\, predatory journals and companies offering ‘authorship for sale’. During the 90 minutes it will give examples of how to spot issues with research integrity in published papers and what Age & Ageing Journal does to try to ensure we only publish research that is genuine and valid. \nWhy attend?\nAround 2% of researchers admit to having previously falsified or fabricated data\, though this is widely believed to be an underestimate. Some estimate as much as a third of the published literature may be tainted by questionable research practices. This represents an existential threat to evidence-based medicine\, with the potential to cause real harm to patients. It is important clinicians and researchers are aware of new and old threats to research integrity so we can make better informed decisions on the evidence base for our everyday practice. \nWho should join:\n\nAll professionals providing healthcare to older people and all medical researchers conducting and publishing of research of clinical trials\n\nAims:\n\nImprove attendees’ knowledge  of the current research landscape and challenges\nDevelop skills to identify research of concern\nShare focused best practice and the latest in research integrity\n\nProf Alison Avenell is an Honorary Consultant in Clinical Biochemistry\, NHS Grampian. Her research at the University of Aberdeen involves undertaking large randomised controlled trials and systematic reviews relevant to clinical care. Alison has helped develop statistical methods and a checklist to assess publication research integrity\, because fraudulent trials are rapidly increasing: \nCheck for publication integrity before misconduct \nMedicine is plagued by untrustworthy clinical trials. How many studies are faked or flawed? \n\nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/new-challenges-to-research-integrity/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251010T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251010T100000
DTSTAMP:20260627T220841
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SUMMARY:Dementia Prevention Forum
DESCRIPTION:This one-hour online Dementia Researcher Community meeting is for researchers working in dementia prevention and risk reduction\, as well as anyone interested in the field. \n\nIn this 2nd meeting\, we will explore recent shifts and the latest research on dementia prevalence. Join us to discuss recent papers\, new discoveries\, research and data challenges\, emerging methods\, and your own work. The format is informal and researcher-led – no presentations\, no pressure.\nCome along and help shape the future of how we connect and learn as a research community.\n\n\n\n\nRSVP
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/dementia-prevention-forum-2/
LOCATION:Dementia Researcher Communities App
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251014T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251014T170000
DTSTAMP:20260627T220841
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SUMMARY:U&ME – Young Onset Dementia Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Creating Change – Shaping the Future of Young Onset Dementia \nWe invite you to attend our 3rd Annual Conference on young onset dementia\, bringing together people with lived experience\, professionals\, researchers and service providers to share knowledge\, discuss challenges\, highlight developments in the field and look to the future.. \nThis year we are focusing on driving change and shaping future approaches to care\, support and education\, to improve the lives of families and individuals affected by young onset dementia. The conference will feature expert speakers\, interactive workshops\, and a marketplace showcasing organisations that provide services for people with young onset dementia. Attendees will also have the opportunity to network and connect with others working in the field. \nTickets are £50\, to include lunch and refreshments. \nAs part of the conference\, we are inviting organisations and businesses to book a stall in our marketplace to showcase their services. If you are interested in reserving a stall\, please contact Debby Lennox on debby.lennox@dementiaforward.org.uk for more details and pricing structure. \nParking: \nElland Road offer free car parking on a first-come first-served basis in the Stadium Way car park (150 spaces). \nPublic Transport: \nLeeds station is only a short taxi ride away from Elland Road. \nThe venue is on a main bus route. \nAccommodation: \nThe closest hotel is Clayton Hotel Leeds\, which is an approximate 5 minute drive from Elland Road. \nAccessibility: \nPlease let us know in advance if you have any accessibility requirements that will help us to support you on the day. \nDietary Requirements: \nPlease let us know below if you have any dietary requirements for lunch and refreshments. \nThis year’s conference is kindly supported by Care England and Able Training. \nFind out more
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/ume-young-onset-dementia-conference-2025/
LOCATION:Elland Road\, Leeds\, LS11 0ES\, Centenary Pavilion\, Elland Road Football Stadium\, Leeds\, Yorkshire\, LS11 0ES\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conference,Networking,Showcase,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251014T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251014T150000
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SUMMARY:Nationwide Building Society and the Dementia at Work Team
DESCRIPTION:This series brings together researchers\, experts in dementia and employment\, and people with lived experience to discuss: \n\nInclusive employment practices\nLegal frameworks and rights\nCognitive health in the workplace\nPerspectives from those living with dementia\n\n🌐 Open to all: carers\, people with lived experience\, employers\, health and social care professionals\, researchers\, and anyone interested in dementia and work. \nProgramme \n\nNationwide Building Society and the Dementia at Work TeamTuesday 14 October\, 14:00 – 15:00\n\nInternational learning: dementia and employment research from CanadaTuesday 25 November\, 14:00 – 15:00 \n\n\nDementia\, Employment and the LawTuesday 13 January\, 14:00 – 15:00 \n\n\nThe Working With Dementia Lived Experience Panel present dementia and employment resourcesTuesday 24 February\, 14:00 – 15:00 \n\n\nLet’s build a future where everyone’s contribution is valued. Register here: https://forms.office.com/e/YGwhb3rU8c
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/nationwide-building-society-and-the-dementia-at-work-team/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251017
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SUMMARY:Health Data Research UK Conference
DESCRIPTION:The UK’s No.1 conference on health data science returns for 2025. Join us at this two-day hybrid event to celebrate the latest advances in health data science that are improving people’s lives. \n15-16 October 2025\, Scottish Event Campus (SEC)\, Exhibition Way\, Glasgow G3 8YW \nWhy you should join us \nHealth Data Research UK’s annual conference will be a two-day\, hybrid event to celebrate progress and bring people together to accelerate the trustworthy use of health data for public benefit. This is an event dedicated to celebrating how health data science can improve people’s lives.  \nWhat to expect \nThe UK is in a unique position to realise the potential of health data\, thanks to the NHS and its cradle-to-grave records for a population of over 65 million people. The last few years have demonstrated the enormous power of data to advance medical knowledge and deliver radical improvements to people’s lives. But there is much more that can be done through large-scale data\, advanced analytics and innovative developments in data governance.   \nHealth Data Research UK’s annual conference will be a two-day\, hybrid event to celebrate this progress and allow us to come together and continue to build momentum in the health data research revolution. \nHow to attend \nThe conference will be hosted in person in Glasgow\, UK\, or you can join online and access all the sessions as live streams.  \nSave the date / find out more
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/health-data-research-uk-conference/
LOCATION:Scottish Event Campus\, Exhibition Way\, Glasgow\, G3 8YW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251015T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251015T123000
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SUMMARY:Connecting Psychosis and Dementia: Shared Brain Signatures
DESCRIPTION:Centre for Dementia Seminar: “Connecting Psychosis and Dementia: Shared Brain Signatures”: Presented by Lisa Hahn via Teams\, Postdoctoral Researcher\, Precision Psychiatry Lab\, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität (LMU) Hospital\, Munich\, Germany. \nLisa Hahn completed her PhD at the Research Centre Jülich under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Jürgen Dukart\, focusing on neuroimaging and behavioural biomarkers in neuropsychiatric disorders\, including postpartum depression and behavioural variant frontotemporal dementia. Since 2022\, she has been a postdoctoral researcher in the Precision Psychiatry Lab led by Prof. Nikolaos Koutsouleris\, where her work focuses on mechanism-informed machine learning for neuropsychiatric diseases. \nLisa will present work from Professor Nikolaos Koutsouleris examining links between frontotemporal dementia and psychosis. She will then discuss her PhD research on neurotransmitter alterations in behavioural variant frontotemporal dementia\, relating structural and functional neuroimaging to normative neurotransmitter density maps using the JuSpace toolbox. Finally\, she will outline her current efforts to integrate this methodology into a machine learning framework and her plans to leverage this approach in frontotemporal dementia. \nRegister on Teams
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/connecting-psychosis-and-dementia-shared-brain-signatures/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251015T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251015T130000
DTSTAMP:20260627T220841
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SUMMARY:Catch-up - Salon Debate - Animal Models in Dementia Research
DESCRIPTION:Are animal models still useful in dementia research? Join Professor Michael Coleman and Dr Loukia Katsouri for a live debate on 15 Oct at 12pm and have your say in the vote. \n\nDebate Motion: \nThis House believes that animal models have outlived their usefulness in dementia research.\n\nFor decades\, animal models\, particularly genetically modified mice\, have been central to dementia research. But with growing concerns around translational failures\, ethics\, and advances in human-based models\, is it time to move on? Or do animal models still hold essential value in understanding disease mechanisms and testing treatments? \n\nSpeaker For the Motion:\nProfessor Michael Coleman is the van Geest Professor of Neuroscience in the Department of Clinical Neurosciences\, University of Cambridge. Michael leads a team that comprises exceptional researchers from around the world\, who work across a variety of disciplines in a highly collaborative environment. His research sits at the interface between basic and clinical neuroscience\, translating advances in axon and synapse protection to treat and prevent neurodegenerative diseases. \nSpeaker Against the Motion:\nDr Loukia Katsouri is a Senior Research Fellow at University College London’s Sainsbury Wellcome Centre. Her research focuses on the molecular mechanisms of tau propagation in Alzheimer’s disease\, combining molecular\, pharmacological and behavioural approaches to understand how tau drives disease spread\, neuronal death and cognitive decline. \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-animal-models-in-dementia-research/
LOCATION:Dementia Researcher Communities App
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Webinar - Social care for young onset dementia: raising social workers’ awareness
DESCRIPTION:This Young Dementia Network webinar will introduce a resource that has been co-produced to improve social workers’ understanding of young onset dementia\, so that they are in a better position to respond effectively to those living with or supporting someone with the condition. \nSocial care includes support to help someone to live their life as fully as possible and maintain independence\, dignity and control. Social workers are a key group\, with a role in carrying out assessments of what people living with dementia and their carers need and advising on care plans to meet those needs. However\, most social workers have little experience with young onset dementia and may not be aware of the way it affects people’s lives. One carer told us she had to advise the social worker\, rather than the social worker being able to advise her. \nIn this webinar\, Julie\, a former social worker who lives with young onset dementia\, will talk about her experiences of social care and the potential for improvement. Professor Jan Oyebode from the University of Bradford will provide findings from the DYNAMIC project on social workers’ awareness and experiences with young onset dementia. \nThe webinar will cover the process of co-production and the resulting co-produced resource\, designed to help raise social workers’ awareness of the needs of people living with young onset dementia. \nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/webinar-social-care-for-young-onset-dementia-raising-social-workers-awareness/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:How Do I Become a PI
DESCRIPTION:The NIHR Associate Principal Investigator (PI) Scheme is pleased to announce the Research Learning Lectures: a series of lectures for anyone in Health and Social Care interested in learning more about research. \nWhat are the Research Learning Lectures?\nThe Research Learning Lectures are a series of lectures covering a variety of topics relating to basic science\, clinical trial methodology and statistics. \nThe lectures provide career advice for anyone who wishes to know more about research or work towards a career in research or academia. \nAttendees will also have the opportunity to hear from and put questions to research experts from across the world. \nThe Research Learning Lectures have been developed by Dr Kiran Reddy and Queen’s University Belfast Critical Care & Respiratory Research Group and now also include lectures developed by Dr Sophie Merrick and The Medical Research Council Clinical Trials Unit (MRC CTU) at University College London (UCL). \nThe Research Learning Lectures are hosted by the NIHR Associate PI Scheme. \nWho are the Research Learning Lectures aimed at?\n\nCurrent Associate PIs\nAssociate PI Alumni\nHealth and Care professionals with an interest in learning more about research.\nThose with an interest in learning about research delivery or research leadership\nThose with an interest in a career in Clinical Academia\n\nNext lecture:\nLecture title: How do I become a PI \nDate & time: Wednesday 15th October\, 1:10-2pm \nSpeaker: Prof Anna Goodman (Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust) \nChair: Holly Speight (NIHR Research Delivery Network CC) \nRegister to Attend \nhttps://www.nihr.ac.uk/career-development/clinical-research-courses-and-support/associate-principal-investigator-scheme
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/how-do-i-become-a-pi/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251016T020000
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SUMMARY:Social Care Community of Practice Meeting
DESCRIPTION:ARC NWC Social Care Community of Practice Meeting – Event Three\nWhat is the Community of Practice?\nThe Community of Practice is an opportunity for anyone working in social care across the North West Coast to come together\, discuss key issues in the field\, and find collaborative solutions. \nThis is the third of four meetings\, each focusing on a different social care topic. Event Three will explore social care in dementia – the barriers and challenges to access and how to improve support for people with dementia and unpaid carers. \nWho should attend?\nThis meeting is for: \n\nSocial work and social care staff in any role across health and social care providers\nThird sector organisations and the NHS\nPublic advisors\n\nSpeakers and topics\n\nSheila Samuels (ARC NWC Public Advisor) – Lived experience of social care in dementia\nEmma Stafford (MerseyCare) – Dementia Care Navigator\nDr Clarissa Giebel (University of Liverpool & ARC NWC) – Social care and dementia research\n\n\nRegister now
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/social-care-community-of-practice-meeting/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251016T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251016T190000
DTSTAMP:20260627T220841
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SUMMARY:Turning Science into Hope for Neurodegenerative Diseases
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an Alzheimer’s Research UK public lecture and discover how scientific discoveries are being transformed into promising new treatments & biomarkers in the fight against neurodegenerative diseases. \nFor decades\, progress in developing new biomarkers and treatments for these diseases has been frustratingly slow. However\, we are now entering an exciting new era\, as ground-breaking laboratory discoveries are being transformed into real-world clinical advances. \nJoin us at 6pm on Thursday 16 October for an inspiring and insightful evening. You’re warmly invited to stay for drinks and nibbles afterwards \nSpeakers:\nProfessor Masud Husain\, clinical neurologist\, neuroscientist\, and author\, will give an overview of what an ideal biomarker looks like\, and provide insights into developing biomarkers for dementia based on his own work in the field. \nDr Sam Washer\, works within the Target Discovery Institute and will speak about high-throughput methods that can be used to identify new targets for the development of novel therapies for Alzheimer’s\, and other neurodegenerative diseases. \nDr Mia Callens is a medicinal chemist working in the ARUK Oxford Drug Discovery Institute. She will provide a translational perspective on developing novel therapies once a new target has been identified. \n\n\nThursday 16th October\, 6pm – 7pm (doors open 5:30pm)\nBlakemore Lecture Theatre\, Sherrington Building\nSherrington Road\, OX1 3PT\n\nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/turning-science-into-hope-for-neurodegenerative-diseases/
LOCATION:Sherrington Building\, University of Oxford\, Sherrington Road\, Oxford\, OX1 3QU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251023
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251021T100000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Wellcome Open Research
DESCRIPTION:This session will introduce the open publishing and peer review model used by Wellcome Open Research\, including advice for first-time authors.  \nWellcome Open Research is a fully Open Access publishing platform that can be used by all Wellcome Trust funded projects and researchers to openly disseminate research outputs. Submissions to Wellcome Open Research are subject to editorial checks that ensure the robustness\, quality\, and transparency of the underlying research. Following these checks\, articles are published Open Access before peer review\, so that they can be viewed and cited as quickly as possible. Expert reviewers are then selected and invited\, and their reports and names are published alongside the article\, post-publication. \nThis webinar will include a presentation on the publication requirements for Wellcome Open Research\, and the submission\, revision\, and post-publication open peer review workflows. We will provide advice for authors on how to ensure that submissions meet the requirements for open publishing\, and how to engage with the revision and peer review process that follows. You will also have the opportunity to hear from a Wellcome Open Research author about their experience of using the platform to publish their research. There will be a Q&A and the session will be recorded for registrants who are unable to attend live. \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/introduction-to-wellcome-open-research/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251021T103000
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SUMMARY:Launch of the APPLE-TREE study on Dementia Prevention
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the House of Lords for an in-person launch of the APPLE-TREE* dementia prevention study. \nHosted by Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick\, the event will share the study’s results and feature an expert panel discussing why dementia prevention matters more than ever. \nPanelists include: \n\nProfessor Fiona Carragher\, Chief Policy and Research Officer\, Alzheimer’s Society\nProfessor Mark Caulfield\, Professor of Clinical Pharmacology and Precision Medicine at Queen Mary University.\nDr Jeremy Isaacs\, National Clinical Director for Dementia at the NHS\n\nAs the UK ages\, it is vital to invest in prevention for age-related diseases such as dementia. One in eleven people – an estimated 982\,000 – in the UK have dementia\, and around 7% of these cases are diagnosed before the age of 65. By 2030\, it is projected there will be over one million people in the UK living with dementia. \nProactive approaches like APPLE-TREE not only support healthier ageing but also reduce pressure on our health and care systems in the long term. \nThe launch will showcase the findings of the six-year study led by Queen Mary University and include an expert panel discussion on the importance of dementia prevention in the UK today. \nAs places at this in person event are limited\, please register here if you’re interested in attending. \nActive Prevention in People at risk of dementia through Lifestyle\, bEhaviour change and Technology to build REsiliEnce*
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/launch-of-the-apple-tree-study-on-dementia-prevention/
LOCATION:House of Lords\, House of Lords\, Parliament Square\, Greater London\, SW1A 0PW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Roadshow
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