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SUMMARY:Insider’s guide to developing your healthtech innovation in the UK
DESCRIPTION:Looking to develop and evaluate your HealthTech innovation in the UK? Join us for an insider’s guide to navigating the UK health and care research ecosystem and understanding the support available through the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR). This session will explore how NIHR’s HealthTech Research Centres and wider research infrastructure can help you design\, test and generate the evidence you need to bring your technology to patients faster. \nHosted by Dr Sajni Haria\, Business Development Lead at NIHR\, the session will feature: \n• Ravi Chana\, Executive Director\, Diagnostics at the Association of British HealthTech Industries (ABHI)\, who will share industry insights and the value of partnering with NIHR to navigate the UK landscape effectively.\n• Professor Richard Dobson\, Co-Founder and Chief Research Officer at CogStack\, who will share real-world experience of collaborating with the NIHR Life Sciences Industry Hub to accelerate development\, evaluation and adoption of data-driven HealthTech. \nJoin us to gain practical insights and learn how working with NIHR can help you successfully develop\, evaluate and launch your HealthTech innovation in the UK. \nTo find out more about NIHR’s free support for the life sciences industry\, visit: https://www.nihr.ac.uk/support-and-services/industry \nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/insiders-guide-to-developing-your-healthtech-innovation-in-the-uk/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Primary Progressive Aphasia Forum
DESCRIPTION:A new open discussion space in the Dementia Researcher Community for researchers with an interest in Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA). The aim is simple: to talk together about the work we are doing\, the challenges we face\, and the approaches that are shaping the field. \nHosted by Dr Anna Volkmer\, our first session will look at Randomised Controlled Trials in PPA. Rather than a formal seminar\, this will be a conversation about how RCTs are being used\, where they help\, and where they may fall short. Bring recent papers\, questions\, examples from your own work\, or just come to listen. \nThere are no presentations and no expectations. This is a chance to meet colleagues\, share thinking\, and help develop a space that supports our research community over time. \n\nJoin Us
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/primary-progressive-aphasia-forum/
LOCATION:Dementia Researcher Communities App
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251129
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SUMMARY:Neuro 2025
DESCRIPTION:The International Neuroscience Conference (NEURO-2025)\, takes place from November 29-30\, 2025\, in the enchanting city of Tbilisi\, Georgia. As the largest international neuroscience meeting in Georgia\, NEURO 2025 promises to be an inspiring and intellectually stimulating event that brings together leading minds from around the world to explore the frontiers of neuroscience. Our Conference\, held in conjunction with the 6th Annual Meeting of the International Center for Neuroscience Research in Georgia\, will feature a comprehensive program that includes keynote speeches\, cutting-edge presentations\, engaging panel discussions\, and interactive sessions. \nFind out more \n\n\n\nGuidelines for Conference Presentations \n\n\n\n\nYour abstract will be presented at either the poster session or one of the 30 oral scientific sessions of Conference 2025. You have been notified of the session at which your abstract is scheduled through an email from the Chair of the Scientific Program Committee. This email will include your abstract ID\, session name\, session ID number\, and date/time of your presentation. \nThe full program of NEURO-2025 Conference!  Abstract Form – Deadline 30th September \n\nCall for Travel Awards for the NEURO-2025 Conference in Tbilisi\, Georgia \nThe International Center for Neuroscience Research is offering a number of travel grants to support student participation in the NEURO-2025 International Conference\, which will be held on November 29-30\, 2025 in the beautiful city of Tbilisi\, Georgia. These travel awards reflect ICNR’s ongoing commitment to fostering the development of early-career neuroscientists by prioritizing support for young researchers. The NEURO-2025 conference offers a dynamic and immersive learning experience for early-career neuroscientists\, providing access to the latest advances in neuroscience. We offer an inclusive platform where participants engage in interactive lectures\, hands-on workshops\, and direct mentorship from leading experts in the field. On behalf of the organizing committee\, we are pleased to invite Ph.D. students\, Postdoctoral fellows and early career researchers to submit their applications for participation in this exciting conference. We look forward to welcoming a diverse group of talented neuroscience students for an inspiring exchange of ideas and research at the NEURO-2025 Conference in beautiful city of Tbilisi\, Georgia! \nEligibility Criteria: \n\nApplicants should be PhD neuroscience students or early postdoctoral fellows (maximum 5 years from the start of the postdoc).\nA minimum of one reference is required and needs to be included it as part of their application.\nApplicants must have submitted an abstract to the NEURO-2025 conference and needs to be included it as part of their application.\nStudents should have a good research background with neuroscience publications.\nThe awardees will be selected based on the quality of their submitted abstracts\, as well as the alignment of their profile with the award’s diversity and inclusion goals.\n\nWho Should Apply? PhD students\, postdoctoral fellows\, and early-career researchers from institutions across Europe and low-income countries from Asia. \nApplication Procedure: \n\nA brief motivation letter (max 800 words) detailing your research interests\, need for financial support\, and how attending the conference aligns with your academic and career goals.\nPlease include your updated CV and a letter of recommendation provided by your supervisor/mentor.\nA copy of your submitted abstract for the NEURO-2025 conference.\n\nApplication Deadline: August 30\, 2025 \nApply HERE
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/neuro-2025/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251205
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SUMMARY:Clinical Trials on Alzheimer's Disease (CTAD)
DESCRIPTION:The Clinical Trials on Alzheimer’s Disease conference (CTAD) is a meeting focused entirely on Alzheimer’s Disease Therapeutic Trials with key leaders in Alzheimer Disease research from Industry and Academia getting together and forming partnerships with the objective of speeding the development of effective treatments to fight the disease. \nThe 18th annual CTAD conference will be held in San Diego\, CA\, USA on December 1-4\, 2025.  \nLooking forward to seeing you in San Diego in 2025! \nFind out More
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/clinical-trials-on-alzheimers-disease-ctad-2/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:OPTIMISE-ing informed consent
DESCRIPTION:Informed consent is a fundamental principle of ethical research. People with conditions that affect their ability to communicate and/or make decisions may require additional support to decide whether to take part in a study and provide consent. However\, informed consent processes in clinical trials are often not designed to take account of additional communication and/or decision-making needs. This can lead to people being unfairly excluded from trials or\, for some\, it may mean that they are deemed to lack capacity to consent and an alternative person is involved on their behalf. \nWith more accessible information and the right support in place\, people with communication and/or decision-making needs will be better able to make\, or contribute to\, decisions about participating in research. This protects their right to make their own decisions\, and ensures their views are heard. \nOPTIMISE project \nIn conjunction with a group of researchers and a lay advisory group\, the OPTIMISE project is developing recommendations to improve the design of informed consent methods in clinical trials to ensure they are equitable and accessible for people with additional communication and/or decision-making needs. \nThis will be achieved through: \n1. Reviewing existing evidence about enhanced consent processes\n2. Expert stakeholder consultation to develop a set of recommendations\n3. Mapping existing resources (including from CONSULT) onto the recommendations\n4. Developing a toolkit to help researchers and others use the recommendations \nJoin us for the OPTIMISE launch webinar \nWe will be launching the OPTIMISE recommendations at a webinar in December 2025. At this webinar\, we will discuss why inclusive consent matters\, introduce the OPTIMISE recommendations and supporting resources\, and outline how they can help researchers address challenges in recruitment and consent. \nThis will be followed by a live Q&A with our expert panel on the theme: “What are the key challenges in designing inclusive consent processes\, and how can we address them?” Attendees are invited to submit questions ahead of the webinar or during the event. \nEveryone is welcome to attend. The event might be of particular interest to researchers who design and conduct research involving populations with communication and decision-making needs\, anyone interested in how we can deliver more inclusive research\, and those with a role in reviewing or supporting research including REC members\, funders\, and public involvement contributors. \nDate: 1st December 2025\nTime: 2-3pm\nRegistration: https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/cardiff/optimise-webinar-registration​ \nTo submit questions or for more information please contact: Dr Victoria Shepherd ShepherdVL1@cardiff.ac.uk
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/optimise-ing-informed-consent/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Affective Resonance and Synaesthetic Perception
DESCRIPTION:We happily invite you to the following lecture in our “Phenomenology of Dementia and Aging Network” series\, taking place on Monday\, December 1\, 2025\, from 14:00 to 15:30 CET (online via Zoom). \nThis time we are delighted to welcome Ragna Winniewski (University of Cologne) who will present a talk entitled: \n“Affective Resonance and Synaesthetic Perception: An Existential Account of Well-Being and Resilience in Dementia” \nRagna works as free-lance lecturer and is PhD candidate in philosophy at the a.r.t.e.s. Graduate School for the Humanities in Cologne and at Vita-Salute-San-Raffaele University in Milan. By reframing a phenomenology of bodily senses her research project focuses on inter- and intrabodily phenomena such as synaesthesia\, kinaesthesia\, and atmosphere as foundational concepts for theories of embodied cognition and embodied therapy practices. Since 2020 she is co-founder and co-organiser of the “Transdisciplinary Network in Phenomenology of Dementia and Ageing” (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkCg3e67djg6vkw2qIxOmkVMDelRJp0c_) \nAs always\, everyone is welcome. If you would like to participate\, please send a short e-mail to edzwiza@uni-koeln.de \nBest wishes from Cologne and Kassel\,
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/affective-resonance-and-synaesthetic-perception/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251206
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SUMMARY:Qualitative Methods in Clinical Trials
DESCRIPTION:The course introduces the key considerations when using qualitative methods in clinical trials. Throughout the three-day course\, delegates will learn about the theory\, relevance and value of qualitative research in all stages of a clinical trial as well as gain an appreciation of different types of qualitative methodology used in clinical trials. We will primarily focus on clinical trials but will also consider qualitative research as part of feasibility studies that can be used to test interventions in preparation for a large clinical trial.  \nBy the end of the course\, participants should: \n\nUnderstand how qualitative research can complement trial methodology at all stages of clinical trials\nAppreciate specific methodological issues such as ethical requirements and sampling challenges when designing qualitative research\nAppreciate how to generate\, manage and analyse qualitative data in a clinical trial\nUnderstand reporting requirements for qualitative research conducted as part of a clinical trial\n\nThe course will incorporate a range of activities (individual\, didactic\, and small group) and discussion to allow students to practice and enact learning. \nThe course is intended for anyone seeking an introductory course on the use of qualitative research in clinical trials including the theory\, relevance and value in all stages of clinical trials. \nThe course will comprise of lectures\, activities (individual\, didactic and small group) and discussion. \nExact timing and further details will be provided nearer the time\, though days will usually start around 09.00 and end at 16.30. \n\n\nCourse tutors\n\n\n\nPaul Leighton – Associate Professor in Health Services Research at the Centre of Evidence Based Dermatology \nKirsty Sprange – Assistant Professor of Clinical Trials at the Nottingham Clinical Trials Unit \nLouise Thompson – Associate Professor in Occupational Psychology\, Centre for Organisational Health and Development \nRachel Evley – Senior Qualitative Advisor in the NIHR Research Support Service and an Honorary Associate Professor in Anaesthesia & Critical Care \n\n\nCost\n\n\n\nEarly Bird rate: If you book on or before 6th November 2025\, you will be entitled to the Early Bird rate\, cost as follows: \n£195 for 3 days – Person residing in a low and middle income country\, as defined by DAC list\, at the time of registration.\n£312 for 3 days – University of Nottingham\, School of Medicine student or staff member\n£351 for 3 days – University of Nottingham student or staff member (NOT School of Medicine)\n£351 for 3 days – NHS employee\n£390 for 3 days – anyone who does not fall into any of the categories above \nStandard rate: Any bookings made after 6th November 2025 will be charged as follows: \n£255 for 3 days – Person residing in a low and middle income country\, as defined by DAC list\, at the time of registration.\n£408 for 3 days – University of Nottingham\, School of Medicine student or staff member\n£459 for 3 days – University of Nottingham student or staff member (NOT School of Medicine)\n£459 for 3 days – NHS employee\n£510 for 3 days – anyone who does not fall into any of the categories above \n\nFind out More
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/qualitative-methods-in-clinical-trials/
LOCATION:Nottingham Clinical Trials Unit\, Applied Health Research Building\, School of Medicine\, University of Nottingham\, University Park\, Nottingham\, NG7 2RD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Early Career Stage Researcher Winter Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Our 2025 ECR Symposium builds on the success of our ECR symposium and is a free\, in-person\, one-day event based at Durham University. \nIt will bring together early career stage researchers (ECR)\, established academics and industrialists to explore the power of interdisciplinary life sciences research and foster new collaborations. \nRegister here: https://forms.office.com/e/cQHTFSVZjH \n\nWhat is an ECR?  \nFor the BSI ECR group we include undergraduates\, Masters\, PhDs\, PDRAs\, Fellows and academics in the first few years of their first academic role. Although the symposium is organised by ECR for ECRs\, attendees are welcome to attend from across all levels\, from undergraduates to senior academics. The event will provide an opportunity to share and learn about fascinating discoveries within biomathematics\, biophysics\, biological chemistry\, chemical biology and bioengineering.   \nSubmitting an Abstract  \nPresentations at the symposium will include keynote lectures as well as ECR short talks\, flash presentations and posters selected from abstracts. To submit an abstract or to register as an attendee\, please complete the online registration form: https://forms.office.com/e/cQHTFSVZjH \nDecoding Life with AI & Computational Tools:  Dr Matteo Degiacomi (Edinburgh) \nUnravelling Biology Through Biophysics: Prof. Gail McConnell (Strathclyde)  \nAdvances in Biomolecular Discovery: Dr Dimitry Ghilarov (Oxford)\nSymposium Timings\nLocation: John Snow College Hub Hall\, Durham University  \nStart Time: 9.30 am (3 December 2025)  \nEnd Time: 5.30 pm (3 December 2025)  \nWhat is included: All refreshments and food during the symposium times.  \nWhat is not included: Accommodation or travel (for attendees).  \n\nRegistration link:  https://forms.office.com/e/cQHTFSVZjH 
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/early-career-stage-researcher-winter-symposium/
LOCATION:John Snow College Hub Hall\, Durham University\, he Approach\, Mount Oswald\, Durham\, DH1 3FR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Symposium
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the clinical diagnosis of bvFTD
DESCRIPTION:ON-FIRE Conversations: an introduction to the clinical diagnosis of bvFTD \nThe ON-FIRE study team hosts Dr Richard Bevan-Jones\, who is introducing the clinical diagnosis of the behavioural variant of frontotemporal dementia (bvFTD). \nIf you are curious to learn more about this topic\, have questions\, or share your own expertise in the discussion\, join this ON-FIRE conversation. \nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/introduction-to-the-clinical-diagnosis-of-bvftd/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Catchup - Debate - Is capping hours a cure or a constraint for research burnout?
DESCRIPTION:Should research working hours be capped to reduce burnout? Join Dr Vanessa De la Cruz and Dr Wasiu Balgun for a live debate on 3rd December at 8.00 pm GMT. Watch\, ask questions\, and cast your vote. \n\nDebate Motion: \nThis House would cap the number of hours researchers can work each week to reduce burnout.\n\nBurnout is a growing concern in academic research\, affecting wellbeing\, productivity\, and retention. Proposals to cap working hours aim to address these issues directly\, but could mandatory limits restrict flexibility and individual autonomy? This debate explores whether structured caps are a viable solution\, or if alternative approaches are better suited to supporting researchers’ wellbeing. \n\nSpeaker For the Motion:\nDr Vanessa De la Cruz-Góngora is a GBHI Fellow and researcher focused on nutrition in population at the National Institute of Public Health in Mexico. She is Professor of “Nutrition and Aging” course in the Master and Doctorate on Sciences in Nutrition program of the School of Public Health of Mexico. Her research interests on nutrition in population\, focuses on the epidemiology of micronutrient deficiencies and anemia; iron absorption and metabolism; nutrition and aging; nutrition and cognitive function in older adults; and the burden of chronic disease in populations (diabetes and stroke). \nSpeaker Against the Motion:\nDr Wasiu Balogun is a Postdoctoral Associate at University of Pittsburgh. Originally from from Nigeria\, he completed his PhD in Malaysia\, and is currently working in the Karikari fluid biomarker lab\, developing and testing potential biomarkers in human fluids. His motto is work hard and play more. \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\nJoin us to consider how we balance ambition\, productivity\, and wellbeing in academic life\, and whether formal change is necessary to reduce burnout\, or if other solutions lie ahead. \n\n\nWatch the Recording
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/salon-debate-is-capping-hours-a-cure-or-a-constraint-for-research-burnout/
LOCATION:Dementia Researcher Communities App
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251204
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SUMMARY:Co-creating communication guidance videos
DESCRIPTION:Co-creating communication guidance videos for delivering a diagnosis of dementia. \n\nIn this presentation\, we will show how we analysed the communication in real dementia diagnosis meetings\, and used these findings to develop three guidance videos for people with dementia and clinicians who deliver diagnoses. We will discuss how we did this as a team of university researchers and people living with dementia\, how we filmed the videos with real people with dementia and their spouses\, and the results of our evaluation of the videos with clinicians. \nJemima Dooley\, Joe Webb\, John Hyde and Gail Gregory – University of Exeter \nThis webinar is free to attend. Complete the booking form to register.
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/co-creating-communication-guidance-videos/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:International Symposium on ALS / MND
DESCRIPTION:The International Symposium on ALS/MND is a unique annual event that brings together leading international researchers and health and social care professionals to present and debate key innovations in their respective fields. The Symposium is planned as two parallel meetings\, one on biomedical research and the other on advances in clinical research and treatment of people affected by ALS/MND. Joint sessions consider issues of mutual interest\, challenging current views and practices. \nAbout the Symposium \nThe International Symposium encompasses innovation\, education and collaboration\, as researchers and healthcare professionals come together to update colleagues from across the world on the latest developments in the diagnosis\, treatment and management of ALS/MND. This meeting allows researchers to share the latest information on disease pathology\, clinical practice\, and potential therapeutic targets to a global audience. The Symposium also offers the unique opportunity for researchers to appreciate the reality of the disease from the perspective of the people living with MND\, medical practitioners and caregivers\, to feel part of the whole MND community. \nWhat’s on offer this year? \nThe Symposium Programme Committee\, chaired by Professor Ammar Al-Chalabi\, will consider a broad range of cutting-edge topics for this year’s programme. We will continue to showcase a mix between biomedical research and clinical science\, therapy development and clinical management\, through dedicated oral presentations and poster sessions (which have always been a Symposium highlight). We would encourage as many members of the ALS/MND research and clinical/care communities to join us in-person\, but to remain inclusive to those unable to travel (particularly people living with ALS/MND)\, we are once again offering a virtual option. The virtual option will consist of a selection of live-streamed sessions\, and access to all session recordings post-event (until early March\, 2026). \nWe look forward to welcoming you \nWe hope the Symposium will once again motivate you to make a difference in the work you do for people living with ALS/MND. Last year’s closing session showcased how the latest advancements in technology could help to improve quality of life for people with ALS/MND. The BrainGate Consortium Team was presented with the International Healey Award for Innovation in ALS for their work on Brain Computer Interface (BCI) technology. The development of this technology offers the opportunity to restore communication\, mobility and independence in people living with ALS/MND. This research illustrates hope for the future and the impact research can have on the lives of people with ALS/MND. We hope that this year’s meeting will offer inspiration and the opportunity to stimulate new ideas\, partnerships and collaborations that will lead to further advances in ALS/MND. \nRegistration\nRegistration for in-person attendance will be available from 6 May and registration for those who wish to attend virtually (access the selected live and recorded content only) will be available from 6 September at www.symposium.mndassociation.org/register. A provisional Symposium programme will be available on our website in August. The final programme will be available in November. \nCall for abstracts\nAbstracts must be submitted online\, via a link on the MND Association’s Symposium website (https://www.symposium.mndassociation.org/abstracts). Abstracts cannot be accepted via email. \nAbstracts must be submitted by the presenting author of the abstract\, who must provide an email address to which all Symposium correspondence will be sent. The presenting author is the only person who will receive email correspondence from us. \nSubmissions are limited to two abstracts per presenting author. \nAuthors may submit an abstract for consideration in one of three categories: oral\, poster or work in progress/care practice (WIP/CP) poster presentations. WIP/CP is defined as: preliminary work (little or no data/results)\, care practice or case studies. \nImportant: Authors accepting the offer of an oral or poster presentation must attend the Symposium in-person in San Diego\, USA and be present for their assigned session. \nThe presenting author is not required to fully register for the Symposium before submitting an abstract. However\, formal acceptance of an abstract is conditional upon payment of the appropriate registration fee no later than 5 September 2025. Failure to pay the registration fee by this date will result in withdrawal of the abstract. \nAbstracts must be in English and be no longer than 450 words. The MND Association will not correct any errors\, so authors must ensure their abstract is checked for grammar\, understanding and accuracy. Authors should provide a clear description of methodology and present statistically robust data (including ‘n’ and ‘p’ values) where appropriate. \nAuthors must ensure they have the correct permissions to submit their abstract (e.g. from collaborators and funders). \nThe corresponding oral/poster presentation must discuss the same work as the accepted abstract. \nAbstracts will be published in an open access online supplement to the journal Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and Frontotemporal Degeneration. Abstracts accepted as ‘WIP/CP’ will be published on the MND Association’s Symposium website. \nAuthors will also be asked to confirm if the presenting author is eligible and willing to be included in the poster prize competition (see below). The deadline for withdrawing an abstract is 5 September. Abstracts withdrawn after this date will still be published in the journal supplement. \nFull instructions and Conditions of Acceptance will be available on the MND Association’s website before the opening of the submission system on 6 May 2025. These must be read before an abstract is submitted. Queries should be sent to abstracts@ mndassociation.org. \nAbstract submission system opens: 6 May 2025 \nDeadline for abstract submission: 10 July 2025 \nPoster prize\nThe International Symposium on ALS/MND poster prize celebrates early-stage career ALS/MND researchers’ outstanding work\, presented at the conference poster session. \nPrizes will be awarded for the best clinical and best biomedical posters presented at the conference. \nEarly career researchers are eligible to enter if they are aged 35 years or under on the abstract submission deadline date OR if they were awarded their PhD within three years of the abstract submission deadline. \nThe initial stage of judging will be based on the abstracts\, as submitted by the abstract submission deadline of 10 July 2025. Final judging of shortlisted posters will take place at the conference. \nFull terms and conditions for the poster prize will be available on the MND Association’s website (https://www.symposium.mndassociation.org/for-presenters/poster-prize) following the opening of the abstract submission system in May 2025.
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/international-symposium-on-als-mnd/
LOCATION:Loews Coronado Bay Resort\, 4000 Coronado Bay Road\, Coronado\, San Diego\, 92118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251205T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251205T100000
DTSTAMP:20260610T215956
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SUMMARY:LGBTQIAP2S+ Dementia Forum
DESCRIPTION:As 2025 draws to a close\, our first ‘LGBTQIAP2S+ Dementia Forum‘ in the Dementia Researcher Community is for those interested in the field\, meeting to chat and take a critical look at where queer-inclusive dementia research has advanced\, and where it has been pushed backwards over the past year.  \n\n\nAlongside this\, we will spotlight innovative international research that is reshaping how we think about dementia\, identity\, care\, and equity. Expect frank discussion\, lived experience\, and constructive provocations. \nNo slides\, no pressure—just open conversation and shared insight. \nOpen\, respectful participation welcome. \n\n\nJoin Us
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/lgbtqiap2s-dementia-forum/
LOCATION:Dementia Researcher Communities App
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251211
DTSTAMP:20260610T215956
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SUMMARY:Cell Bio Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:The year’s joint meeting of the American Society for Cell Biology (ASCB) and the European Molecular Biology Organization (EMBO) takes place in Philadelphia\, USA\, in early December. Cell Bio 25 offers a varied program which aims to bring together researchers\, educators and innovators for networking\, exploring cutting-edge techniques and sharing the latest discoveries in cell biology. \nThousands of attendees are expected at this popular event\, with the full program yet to be released but expected to include career-building workshops\, keynote speeches\, symposia and much more. \nEarly registration closes on 30th September 2025. \nFind out more: https://www.ascb.org/cellbio2025/
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/cell-bio-conference-2025/
LOCATION:Pennsylvania Convention Center\, 1101 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251209T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251209T173000
DTSTAMP:20260610T215956
CREATED:20251127T193339Z
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SUMMARY:Proteomics: a new era for Biomarkers in Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Join Alamar Biosciences and Spedali Civili di Brescia\, University of Brescia for an intensive\, one‑day translational forum uniting internationally recognised KOLs to examine what’s ready now in proteomic biomarkers and explore how the sensitivity of the NULISA ™ technology is applied to Biomarkers Discovery and Clinical Development. \nDiscover the latest breakthroughs and innovative approaches using NULISA\, an ultra-high sensitivity proteomic platform measuring proteins down to a level of fg/ml in multiplex format. This cutting-edge technology holds the promise of advancing and transforming our understanding\, as well as finding new treatments for different disease conditions. \n\n09:00 – 09:15 | OPENING SESSION\n\n\n\n\n\n09:00 – 09:15 | Welcome and Opening\, Alessandro Padovani & Andrea Pilotto\, University of Brescia\, ASST Spedli Civili of Brescia\n\n09:15 – 11:30 | SESSION ONE | Biomarker discovery\n\n\n\n\n09:15 – 10:00 | NULISA™ and its use in fluid biomarker discovery\, Michael Evans & Mathias Holpert\, Alamar Biosciences\n10:00 – 10:30 | Proteomic profiling in Multiple Sclerosis\, Jens Kuhle\, Basel Hospital\, Switzerland (Virtual)\n10:30 – 11:00 | Biomarkers discovery across neurodegenerative conditions\, Andrea Benedet\, University of Gothenburg\, Sweden\n11:00 – 11:30 | Coffee Break\n\n11:30 – 13:45 | SESSION TWO | Animal models and new protein targets\n\n\n\n\n11:30 – 12:00 | Mouse models in TBI and Neurodegeneration\, Federico Moro\, Mario Negri Milan\, Italy\n12:00 – 12:30 | Proteomic profiles as new target in ALS\, Alberto Catanese\, University of Freiburg\, Germany (Virtual)\n12:30 – 13:00 | Inflammatory profiles in central and peripheral conditions\, Matteo Gastaldi\, University of Pavia\, Italy\n13:00 – 13:45 | Lunch & Networking\n\n13:45 – 16:00 | SESSION THREE | Brain health beyond\n\n\n\n\n13:45 – 14:10 | Biomarkers of Brain Health in at-risk individuals\, Paula Ortiz-Romero\, BarcelonaBeta Brain Research Center\, Spain\n14:10 – 14:35 | Biomarkers of Brain health in general aging population\, Giulia Grande\, Karolinska Institute\, Sweden\n14:35 – 15:00 | Proteomics profiling in type 2 diabetes and obesity\, Prof. Edoardo Mannucci\, University of Florence\, Italy\n15:00 – 15:30 | Biological and molecular basis of Major Psychiatric disorders: overview and future perspectives\, Prof Antonio Rampino\, University of Bari\, Italy\n15:30 – 16:00 | Coffee Break\n\n16:00 – 16:40 | SESSION FOUR | Key lecture\n\n\n\n\n16:00 – 16:40 | Proteomic biomarkers discovery: challenges\, opportunities and future scenarios\, Nick Ashton\, Bannerhealth\, U.S.A (Virtual)\n\n16:45 – 17:45 | SESSION FIVE | Ongoing projects & Closing\n\n\n\n\n16:45 – 17:30 | Flash communication and ongoing projects\n17:30 – 17:45 | Closing remarks followed by networking reception\n\n\nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/proteomics-a-new-era-for-biomarkers-in-medicine/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251210T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251210T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T215956
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SUMMARY:Evaluating and Improving Engagement of People with Lived Experience in Dementia Research
DESCRIPTION:The ISTAART Partnering with Research Participants Professional Interest Area (PIA) invites you to a four-part learning series titled Evaluating and Improving Engagement of People with Lived Experience in Dementia Research. \nThe goal of this series is to build capacity and skills of researchers to conduct evaluations of research/projects that engage people with lived experience. Over the entire meeting series\, each participant will take part in both didactic learning and discussion sessions that help them to develop an evaluation plan  for a research/project that engages people with lived experience of dementia in order to improve their work. \nLearning objectives for participants include: \n\nDevelop or enhance knowledge of basic approaches to evaluation and improvement\nBuild skills in using an approach to evaluation that can be applied in participants’ own work\nDevelop or enhance knowledge of various data collection methods used in evaluation\nIdentify effective and relevant data collection methods for participants’ own evaluation purposes\nAddress ethical and methodological issues in order to be dementia friendly in the evaluation\nArticulate an evaluation and improvement plan\n\nEach virtual meeting will be 90 minutes. Sessions will include short didactic “theory bursts”\, small group peer feedback conversations\, and large group discussions. Attendees should aim to participate in all four meetings to gain the most impact and benefit from the training. Participants will be expected to individually complete brief pre-work for each session in order to incrementally develop their own evaluation plan. All four meetings (not small group discussions) will be recorded\, for those who may be unable to attend a session. \nOur schedule is: \n\nSession #1: Thursday October 30\, 2025 at 3 p.m. C.T.\nSession #2: Wednesday December 10\, 2025 at 10 a.m. C.T.\nSession #3: Wednesday\, February 18\, 2026\, 10 a.m. C.T.\nSession #4: Thursday\, April 23\, 2026 at 3 p.m. C.T.\n\nRegistration for the series is required.  Once registered\, a calendar invitation for each session will be sent to you.
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/evaluating-and-improving-engagement-of-people-with-lived-experience-in-dementia-research/2025-12-10/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251210T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251210T210000
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SUMMARY:Catchup - Debate - Should Teaching Be Required for Postdocs?
DESCRIPTION:Should all postdocs be required to teach? Join Sara Zsadanyi and Rachel Allen for a live debate on 10 December at 8pm GMT and cast your vote. \n\nDebate Motion: \nThis House would make teaching experience mandatory for all postdoctoral researchers.\n\nWhile some argue it enhances communication skills\, broadens career opportunities\, and supports student learning\, others suggest it may overburden researchers\, divert focus from academic outputs\, or simply not suit every career path. Join this debate to explore whether teaching should be required or remain optional. \n\nSpeaker For the Motion:\nSara Zsadanyi is a PhD Student in the Sant Pau Memory Unit – Neuroimaging Core and Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona. Originally from New Zealand she moved to Barcelona\, Spain to undertake her PhD. Her research is focused on neuroimaging of small vessel disease in Down Syndrome and autosomal dominant Alzheimer’s disease. \nSpeaker Against the Motion:\nRachel Allen is a PhD Student (now passed her viva) at University of West Scotland. Rachel is focussed on researching the career development for those with young onset dementia\, exploring the the relationships between work\, identity and disability. \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\nThis is your chance to consider how we define postdoctoral development\, and whether teaching should be seen as essential or optional for future academic success. \n\n\nWatch the Recording
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/salon-debate-should-teaching-be-required-for-postdocs/
LOCATION:Dementia Researcher Communities App
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251211T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T215956
CREATED:20251117T203032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T203032Z
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SUMMARY:Alzheimer's Society I-Care DTC: Funded PhD and Clinical Fellowship Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Join Professors Nathan Davies and Claudia Cooper\, co leads of the Alzheimer’s Society Doctoral Training Centre for Integrated Dementia Care (I-Care)\, to learn more about their funded PhD studentships and a Clinical Training Fellowships starting in October 2026. \nIn this webinar you will: \n\nHear an overview of the ICare DTC and its mission to improve compassionate\, continuous and inclusive dementia care from diagnosis through to end of life\nLearn about the research themes\, partner institutions and example projects across dementia care\, under served populations\, personalised care and end of life care\nFind out what is on offer for students\, including stipends\, fees\, research costs\, career development support and cohort activities\nUnderstand eligibility\, what we are looking for in applicants\, and how the selection and matching process will work\nHave the chance to ask questions about the programme\, projects and application process\n\nFind out more about the studentships \nHow to join: \nThe webinar takes place on Thursday 11 December 2025 from 12:00 to 13:00 GMT – Live on YouTube\, LinkedIn and X \nIf you are unable to attend\, you can email questions in advance to dementiaresearcher@ucl.ac.uk
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/alzheimers-society-i-care-dtc-funded-phd-and-clinical-fellowship-opportunities/
LOCATION:YouTube
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251216T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251216T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T215956
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SUMMARY:BIG Research Moments of 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join Alzheimer’s Research UK for a discussion reflecting back on the big dementia news stories of the year and explore the vital role the public play in driving progress in clinical research. \nSpeakers: \n\nProfessor Hugh Murkus\, Neurologist and research at the University of Cambridge. He studies how damage to small blood vessels in the brain can lead to stroke and dementia. His team is working to improve how new treatments are testing in clinical trials\, using advanced brain imaging.\nIsolde Radford\, Senior Policy Manager at Alzheimer’s Research UK. Working to turn the latest research into real-world impact. Helping to make the case to national decision-markers for access to new treatments and better support for people taking part in clinical studies.\nGeoff & Marian\, Media and Communications Volunteers. Sharing their personal story of taking part in dementia research and why it matters to them.\n\nDate: Tuesday 16 December 2025\nTime: 1-2pm GMT\nLocation: Online (Zoom webinar) \nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/big-research-moments-of-2025/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Discussion
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alzheimer's Research UK":MAILTO:conference@alzheimersresearchuk.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251217T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251217T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T215956
CREATED:20251209T130027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T211835Z
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SUMMARY:Catchup - Should Santa be running a research lab?
DESCRIPTION:Dementia Researcher Bloggers Adam Smith & Dr Anna Volkmer host Dr Connor Richardson & Rebecca Williams\, for a Christmas Special Debate – Join us on 17 December at 12pm GMT and cast your vote. \nDebate Motion: \n\nThis House believes that Santa would make an excellent PI.\n\nWould Santa Claus be the ultimate Principal Investigator? Supporters might say he has impeccable project management skills\, leads a global operation with precision\, and motivates a diverse team of elves through even the busiest deadlines. Critics\, however\, may question his data transparency\, reliance on outdated delivery models\, and patchy record on work-life balance.\n\nJoin this festive (fun) debate to decide whether Santa’s leadership style would shine in academia\, or melt under the pressure of grant applications and reviewer comments. \nSpeakers: \n\nDr Anna Volkmer – Speech and language therapist and Associate Professor exploring communication in dementia.\nDr Connor Richardson – Research Fellow working in data and applying epidemiology and machine learning to dementia research.\nRebecca Williams – PhD Researcher exploring Frontotemporal dementia and Apathy.\nDr Jodi Watt – Researcher working on healthy ageing and neurodegenerative diseases of older age\, and drug repurposing for dementia.\n\nWhat to Expect \n\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\n\nTake part in this light-hearted Christmas debate and decide once and for all whether Santa has what it takes to lead a world-class research team. \n\n\nAs part of the fun\, we’ll also be using this debate to raise money for Dementia UK and their Admiral Nurses\, who provide vital specialist support to families affected by dementia. The festive season can be especially difficult for those living with dementia\, and every donation helps ensure that expert advice and compassionate care are available when it’s needed most. Tickets are priced at £5 and all money raised will be donated – please consider buying a ticket… even if you can’t be there\, you can always watch the recording.
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/salon-debate-should-santa-be-running-a-research-lab/
LOCATION:Dementia Researcher Communities App
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251218T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251218T154500
DTSTAMP:20260610T215956
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SUMMARY:How abnormal tau impacts mitochondrial function in neurons
DESCRIPTION:Swiss Network for Dementia Research Webinar by Dr. Amandine Grimm\, University of Basel. \nTauopathies such as Alzheimer’s disease are characterized by progressive neuronal dysfunction\, in part driven by impaired mitochondrial bioenergetics and dynamics. \nIn this webinar\, Dr. Grimm will start by presenting how abnormal tau impacts mitochondrial function in neurons. Then\, she will present recent findings from two complementary studies conducted by her group. The first explores how abnormal tau protein influences intercellular mitochondrial transfer between astrocytes and neurons. The second study investigates the therapeutic potential of mitochondrial transplantation\, showing that the exogenous delivery of healthy astrocytic mitochondria enhances bioenergetics and promotes neurite outgrowth in tauopathy neurons. \nTogether\, these findings shed light on the mechanistic link between tau and mitochondrial communication\, and open novel avenues for cell-based mitochondrial therapies in neurodegenerative disease. \nFind out more
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/how-abnormal-tau-impacts-mitochondrial-function-in-neurons/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260115
DTSTAMP:20260610T215956
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SUMMARY:Human Amyloid Imaging Conference
DESCRIPTION:The overall goal of the Human Amyloid Imaging conference is to support active communication and collaboration between academic and industry scientists doing cutting-edge research in human imaging of amyloid-beta\, tau\, and/or other biomarkers that pertain to Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders. \nHAI 2026 will be held once again in beautiful San Juan\, Puerto Rico\, at the Puerto Rico Convention Center\, from Monday\, January 12 through Wednesday\, January 14. \nThe meeting will also provide related perspectives from neuropathology\, neurochemistry\, psychology\, neurology\, molecular imaging\, clinical trials\, and biomarker research. \n\nAttendees will have the opportunity to review the basic\, fundamental principles of PET imaging of amyloid and tau radiotracers. This includes radiotracer synthesis\, PET acquisition and data processing (e.g.\, application of corrections for the partial volume effect\, co-registration with structural data). Aspects of radiotracer discovery and optimization and first in human applications are other important topics.\nData analysis procedures discussed will include voxel-based and region-based imaging approaches\, masking for vulnerable regions\, evaluation of reference regions or standards\, choice of statistical procedures and specific use of control groups from older age groups. Important topics include data harmonization methods for imaging and biofluid biomarkers.\nNeuropathology concepts will be discussed in the context of applications that include further characterization of neurodegeneration in AD and related disorders\, disease subtypes\, disease staging\, and risk factors. Additional investigations of importance include neuropathological evaluation of PET radiotracer properties (e.g.\, distribution\, localization of specific and off-target binding) and correspondence between antemortem PET and postmortem measures.\nBiofluid biomarker development\, validation\, and application in AD and related disorders will be discussed. This will include efforts to understand relationships across established and emergent biofluid biomarkers and comparison of these outcomes to amyloid and tau PET measures.\nThe concept of biomarker positivity will continue to be extensively discussed\, and the attendees should be able to characterize the advantages and disadvantages of both dichotomized and continuous variable approaches to imaging and non-imaging biomarkers relevant to the human amyloid imaging field and with respect to specific purposes or intended uses of the outcome.\nAttendees will have the opportunity to evaluate amyloid and tau data in specific clinical and clinical research contexts\, including review of typical findings in AD dementia\, mild cognitive impairment due to AD\, and in clinically normal individuals. This includes further elucidation of factors that underlie relationships between amyloid and tau deposition\, cognitive decline\, and dementia progression that provide a more informed understanding of individual patient trajectories. These efforts will also be related to familial forms of the disease\, Down Syndrome\, and to non-AD processes (i.e.\, fronto-temporal lobar degeneration and Lewy Body dementia). Further study of “real world” research participants will be discussed that includes people from diverse\, ethnic and/or racial minority\, and disadvantaged groups.\nParticular attention will be given to the assessment of longitudinal amyloid and tau PET data as it relates to methods of analysis and comparison to other domains of data\, including structural and functional brain imaging data\, and clinical and cognitive outcomes. An ongoing topic of importance is the relative value of PET versus other detection strategies (e.g.\, MRI volumetry and biofluid biomarkers).\nAttendees will also continue to have the opportunity the better understand methodology that can be used to optimize participant selection and conduct of AD therapeutic trials. Important topics relate to improved understanding of how in vivo metrics (imaging and non-imaging) and cognition change in response to AD therapeutic treatment (cross-sectionally and longitudinally) and how to better identify those most vulnerable to treatment side-effects\, such as anti-amyloid related imaging abnormalities.\n\nFind out more and register
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/human-amyloid-imaging-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T093000
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SUMMARY:Practical Laboratory Skills
DESCRIPTION:Having the knowledge and confidence to work safely in the laboratory is an essential skill for all staff working in laboratories. This course will cover basic theoretical and practical laboratory skills including preparing COSHH risk assessments\, good laboratory practice\, use of fume hoods/biosafety cabinets\, centrifuges and other laboratory equipment\, pipetting skills\, using balances and preparing reagents and solutions. \nA sustainability module is also included to highlight ways to reduce the environmental impact of laboratory work. Participants will explore practical ways to improve sustainability in the laboratory by reducing energy consumption and minimising the use of plastics and water and promoting more sustainable supply chain practices. \nWho is this for? \n\nResearch Staff\nTechnical Staff and students new to the laboratory environment\nExperienced personnel looking to refresh their skills\n\nAfter the course you will be able to: \n\nPrepare and understand the purpose of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) risk assessment (RA) forms\nUnderstand the importance of good laboratory practice\, including choosing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and maintaining accurate laboratory records\nCorrectly use fume hoods\, biosafety cabinets\, centrifuges and other general laboratory equipment\nChoose the correct pipette for your task and perform common techniques\nSet up and use balances correctly\nPrepare reagents and solutions\nAdjust the pH of solutions\nIncorporate sustainability considerations into laboratory work to support efficient and environmentally responsible research\n\n\nThis training is approved by the Royal Society of Biology. Training course approval is an independent review process that recognises relevant\, high quality training. Upon completion of this course\, attendees can claim 21 CPD points. \nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/practical-laboratory-skills/
LOCATION:MRC Harwell\, Becquerel Avenue\, Harwell\, Didcot\, Oxfordshire\, OX11 0RD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T204500
DTSTAMP:20260610T215956
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SUMMARY:Catchup - Understanding Apathy in Dementia
DESCRIPTION:Apathy is one of the most common symptoms in dementia and one of the least well understood. This session asks a simple question. What is really going on when people stop acting. \nThis livestream is part of the Dementia Researcher weekly ‘Showcase’ series. Each week we host a 45 minute online session that brings researchers together to share work. \nIn this session\, Rebecca Williams will focus on apathy in dementia\, with particular attention to frontotemporal lobar degeneration. She will introduce a different way of thinking about apathy\, not as a simple lack of motivation\, but as a loss of confidence in the outcomes of action. Drawing on her PhD research\, she will explain how this shift in thinking\, alongside computational modelling\, is helping to generate new insights into causes and potential approaches to treatment. \nRebecca is a PhD student specialising in dementia research at the MRC Cognition & Brain Sciences Unit in Cambridge. Attendees can expect a clear and accessible talk\, grounded in current research\, with time for questions and discussion at the end. \n\nWatch the Recording
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/research-showcase-understanding-apathy-in-dementia/
LOCATION:Dementia Researcher Communities App
CATEGORIES:Showcase
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260116T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260116T100000
DTSTAMP:20260610T215956
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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 meeting\, we will explore what really works – separating practical prevention from wishful thinking. 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.\n\nCome along and help shape the future of how we connect and learn as a research community. Hosted by Michelle Reshef\n\n\n\n\nRSVP
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/dementia-prevention-forum-3/
LOCATION:Dementia Researcher Communities App
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260119T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260120T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T215956
CREATED:20251218T181010Z
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SUMMARY:Building Futures in Dementia Prevention
DESCRIPTION:SPIN-D and INTERDEM Academy Joint event\,  \nNorthampton University\, 19th (from 4pm) and 20th January\, 2026 \nThis event is aimed at early career researchers working in dementia research; it is focussed on developing new ideas for collaborative projects in the area.  The event has three core aims: \n\nTo build and strengthen early–mid career research networks across SPIN-D\, INTERDEM and the wider dementia prevention community\nTo encourage reflective thinking on priority areas in dementia prevention research\, particularly around inclusion\, cultural context and inequalities\nTo create a supportive space for ideas to be collaboratively developed\, with attendees working towards a co-agreed output or next step by the end of the event\n\nThe event follows an online workshop (although attendance at the previous online workshop is not required for attending the in person event in Northampton)\, at which the following themes were highlighted and will be used (adapted if needed) for creating initial breakout groups for research discussions and project planning: \n\n Psychosocial and holistic approaches\n Biological and clinical foundations of dementia prevention\n Lifestyle and health promotion interventions\n\nIn order to create a supportive and collaborative environment\, we are capping numbers of attendees at 30.  If you are interested to attend then please complete this form by 22nd December 2025 .  ECRs are also offered financial support for one nights accommodation locally for Monday 19th January (please see the form for more information).  If you require more information please contact spindnetworkplus@live.ucl.ac.uk.
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/building-futures-in-dementia-prevention/
LOCATION:University of Northampton\, Waterside Campus\, University Dr\, Northampton\, NN1 5PH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260120T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260120T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T215956
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SUMMARY:Towards equity in dementia care: form measurement to action in Canada
DESCRIPTION:Towards equity in dementia care: form measurement to action in Canada with the Liverpool Dementia and Ageing Forum and Equadem\n\n\n\nBurgeoning evidence shows that people with dementia are at increased risk of inequalities in care. Dr Claire Godard-Sebillotte and Dr Sathya Karunananthan will present their research programme spanning from measurement of inequalities to generating recommendations to improve equity in dementia care. They will detail their participatory and intersectional approaches. Claire is a geriatrician and an Assistant Professor at McGill University. Sathya is an epidemiologist and Associate professor at University of Ottawa. \nThe talk will last 40 minutes\, with 15 minutes for Q&A at the end. \nEveryone with an interest in dementia is welcome. \nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/towards-equity-in-dementia-care-form-measurement-to-action-in-canada/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260120T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260120T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T215956
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SUMMARY:Advancing Alzheimer’s Detection with Brain-Derived pTau217 Assays
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, Jonathan Schott and Alex Forrest-Hay will showcase how new biomarker assays for brain-derived pTau217 capture disease-relevant changes earlier and with greater resolution. \nTau tangles are a key pathological feature of Alzheimer’s Disease (AD)\, and increased phosphorylated Tau217 (pTau217) levels have proven to be a robust biomarker for this condition. Measuring brain-derived pTau from plasma samples with high sensitivity and specificity is shown to improve the accuracy of detecting AD and reduce the percentage of samples in the indeterminant range. \nIn this webinar\, brought to you by Alamar Biosciences\, Jonathan Schott and Alex Forrest-Hay will discuss the latest ultra-sensitive assays for measuring brain-derived pTau217 and outline how they are transforming the detection and prediction of AD. \nTopics to be covered \n\nThe role of brain-derived biomarkers in improving AD detection\nThe development and performance of high-sensitivity nucleic acid-linked immuno-sandwich assays for CNS disease\nComparison of assay performance to standard assays in real-world samples\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/advancing-alzheimers-detection-with-brain-derived-ptau217-assays/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Showcase
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T124500
DTSTAMP:20260610T215956
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SUMMARY:Catch-up - Population Approaches to Dementia Prevention
DESCRIPTION:Dementia prevention is often framed as a matter of individual lifestyle choice. This session steps back and asks what prevention looks like when we think at population level\, not just personal risk. \nThis livestream is part of the Dementia Researcher weekly ‘Showcase’ series. Each week we host a 45 minute online session that brings researchers together to share work. \nIn this session\, Simone Salemme will explore how dementia prevention can move beyond individual level interventions towards population based approaches rooted in equity\, data\, and public policy. Drawing on Italian and European initiatives\, he will discuss how prevention can be embedded within national and EU non communicable disease strategies to support brain health across the life course. \n\nSimone is a PhD Fellow and early career researcher at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia. Attendees can expect a clear overview of current evidence\, policy links\, and practical challenges\, with time for questions and discussion.\n\n\n\nWatch the Recording
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/research-showcase-population-approaches-to-dementia-prevention/
LOCATION:Dementia Researcher Communities App
CATEGORIES:Showcase
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260122T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260122T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T215956
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SUMMARY:SPIN-D Flexible Funding Information + Q&A
DESCRIPTION:This Livestream session will focus on sharing information on Round 2 of the SPIN D Flexible Funding call and will provide practical guidance for researchers considering an application. \nThe event will run from 12 to 1 pm on Thursday 22 January and will be led by Professor Georgina Charlesworth and Professor Chris Fox. \nThere will be a Q&A and more information can be found at https://spindementianet.org \nSet a Reminder
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/spin-d-flexible-funding-information-qa/
LOCATION:YouTube
CATEGORIES:Public Discussion
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