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SUMMARY:Palliative and End-of-Life Care Webinar
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to share that the NIHR ARC National Palliative and End of Life Care (PEOLC) Forum webinar series is continuing! \nWe are now partnering with the Palliative Care Research Incubator (PRI)\, with the series co-led by Professor Morag Farquhar Dr Ben Bowers. This national webinar series brings together researchers\, health and care professionals\, and hospice colleagues to showcase current and emerging work in palliative and end of life care research. \nOur first webinar in this new series will spotlight research from Dorothy House\, offering an in-depth look at what a research-active hospice looks like in practice. Topics include intimacy in palliative care\, arthritis at end of life\, and building research capacity in hospices. \n📅 Tuesday 16 June 2026\n🕚 11:00am – 12:00pm\n📍 Virtual via Microsoft Teams \nRegister here ➡️ https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/78b67d14-4b0c-4c98-86d9-22a97f0e8673@d884ae64-32b1-4130-a449-4aa655c9a330
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/palliative-and-end-of-life-care-webinar/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T120000
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SUMMARY:Welfare webinar: Best practice in research animal anaesthesia
DESCRIPTION:Anaesthesia in an important refinement for research animals\, playing a critical role in minimising pain\, distress and adverse physiological effects\, while also supporting high quality and reliable scientific outputs. Poorly planned or inadequately monitored anaesthesia can compromise both animal welfare and experimental outcomes\, whereas good practice can substantially refine procedures across a wide range of species and research contexts.  \nFor this two-part webinar\, we are joined by veterinary anaesthetists from the Research Animal Anaesthesia Network (RAAN) to share their expert insights exploring principles and practical approaches to improving anaesthetic practice in laboratory animal research. Through expert-led talks and real-world examples\, the sessions will consider common challenges in research animal anaesthesia\, appropriate monitoring strategies\, and the use of injectable and inhalational agents across different species. The series will also highlight the support and resources available from RAAN to researchers and animal care staff. \nTalks will cover: \n\nWhy good anaesthetic practice is a key welfare refinement and essential for robust experimental outcomes.\nPractical approaches to addressing common challenges in research animal anaesthesia.\nWhat to monitor during general anaesthesia (and why)\, with a focus on realistic and appropriate monitoring.\nAppropriate use of injectable agents in laboratory animal anaesthesia\, including when and why they are used.\nHow RAAN supports researchers and veterinarians through advice\, resources and collaborative networks.\n\n\nDr Sarah Morgan\, iRISE\, EATRIS (European Infrastructure for Translational Medicine)\, will walk participants through key practices for effective training.\n\nRegistration and certificates of attendance\n\n\nThe content will be delivered online over two lunchtime sessions. Please register for both parts. \n\nPart one:  Tuesday 16 June (12.00 –  13.00 BST).\nPart two: Thursday 25 June (12.00 – 13.00 BST).\n\n\nPlease register for the event using an institutional email address. You will need to register for part one and part two separately using the links above. Registrations will be reviewed in line with our terms and conditions and policy on attendance at NC3Rs events (PDF). \nRegistration for each session will close 24hrs before the webinar start time.  Information submitted on the registration form will be anonymised and shared with the speakers to help inform session planning. All information submitted through the form will be deleted from our systems on Friday 26 June 2026. \nCertificates of attendance will be issued to all attendees who attend 75%+ of the session. Your certificate will be issued to the email address used to register for this webinar within two weeks of the session. \n\nSpeakers and topics\n\nPart one: Tuesday 16 June\, 12.00 – 13.00\n\nThe importance of good practice in research animal anaesthesia for improved animal welfare and reliable experimental outcomes.\nPolly Taylor\, Independent Specialist in Veterinary Anaesthesia / RAAN.\nPractical approaches to addressing common challenges in research animal anaesthesia.\nEddie Clutton\, University of Edinburgh / RAAN.\nAn introduction to the Research Animal Anaesthesia Network (RAAN) and the resources and support available.\nGabby Musk\, Murdoch University / RAAN.\n\nPart two: Thursday 25 June\, 12.00 – 13.00\n\nWhy and what to monitor during general anaesthesia.\nGabby Musk\, Murdoch University / RAAN.\nInjectable agents in laboratory animal anaesthesia.\nBryony Few\, Charles River Laboratories / RAAN.\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/welfare-webinar-best-practice-in-research-animal-anaesthesia/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T130000
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SUMMARY:An Introduction to Alzheimer's Research UK Grants
DESCRIPTION:Navigate Alzheimer’s Research UK funding with clarity and confidence in this practical\, insight-led webinar for prospective applicants. \nIn this webinar\, hear from Seth Staley\, Senior Research Funding Manager\, and Eve Chapman\, Research Grants Manager\, as they provide an overview of our grants and share actionable tips to support your application. This is also a great opportunity to hear what’s new regarding funding at Alzheimer’s Research UK. \nIdeal for those planning an application this year or simply looking to better understand Alzheimer’s Research UK funding. \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/an-introduction-to-alzheimers-research-uk-grants/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T180000
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SUMMARY:Advancing Early Cognitive Evaluation in Primary Care: An Evidence-Based Toolkit
DESCRIPTION:Attend Advancing Early Cognitive Evaluation in Primary Care: An Evidence-Based Toolkit \nJoin ISTAART on June 16 at 11 A.M. Central Time for the launch of a new webinar in our Translating Evidence into Practice: An ISTAART Webinar series! \nThis session\, Advancing Early Cognitive Evaluation in Primary Care: An Evidence-Based Toolkit\, will highlight how evidence synthesis and knowledge translation are shaping real-world clinical practice. Attendees will receive an early look at an evidence-based primary care toolkit\, including emerging clinical workflow guidance and decision support resources designed to improve the early detection of cognitive impairment and AD in primary care. \nSpeakers: \n\nAmbar Kulshreshtha\, Emory University\, United States (clinical and subject-matter expert)\nSheena Aurora\, Alzheimer’s Association\, United States (clinical expert)\nSarah Pahlke\, Alzheimer’s Association\, United States (methods expert)\nMonserrat Conde\, Cochrane Global Ageing\, United Kingdom (methods expert)\n\nModerators: \n\nMalavika Tampi\, Alzheimer’s Association\, United States\nOz Ismail\, Alzheimer’s Association\, United States\n\nThis interactive\, one-hour session will bring together experts in evidence synthesis\, guideline development\, and primary care implementation. Presenters will share practical tools\, discuss how evidence is translated into actionable care strategies\, and explore how these resources can be integrated into routine practice. A live Q&A will provide opportunities for discussion and knowledge exchange. \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/advancing-early-cognitive-evaluation-in-primary-care-an-evidence-based-toolkit/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Advancing Early Cognitive Evaluation in Primary Care: An Evidence-Based Toolkit
DESCRIPTION:This Alzheimer’s Association webinar will highlight how evidence synthesis and knowledge translation are shaping real-world clinical practice.\n\n\nAttendees will receive an early look at an evidence-based primary care toolkit\, including emerging clinical workflow guidance and decision support resources designed to improve the early detection of cognitive impairment and AD in primary care. \nSpeakers: Ambar Kulshreshtha\, Sheena Aurora\, Sarah Pahlke\, Monserrat Conde\nModerators: Malavika Tampi\, Oz Ismail \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate & Time – Tuesday June 16th\, 2026 11:00am CDT\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/advancing-early-cognitive-evaluation-in-primary-care-an-evidence-based-toolkit-2/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T123000
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SUMMARY:BioResource scientific conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the fourth edition of the NIHR BioResource Scientific Conference on Wednesday 17th June. \nThis fully online conference celebrates the cutting-edge research that has been made possible by NIHR BioResource data\, samples and participant recall. \nJoin us from 9:30- 12:30 to hear from leading scientific voices and to have your opportunity to ask our experts about how the BioResource could support your research. \nAgenda\n9:30am-9:35am – Welcome to the BioResource \n9:35am 9:45am – KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Dr. Nick Watkins from the Departmnt of Health and Social Care on the vision for the future of health research in the UK \n9:45am 10:05am – Dr. Michael Colwill – Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in transgender and gender non-conforming people \n10:05am 10:25am – Prof. Cath Williamson -The role of genomics in maternal health \n10:25am 11:10am – Fireside chat on research inclusion\, featuring – Dr. Esther Mukuka\, NIHR Director of Research Inclusion with Prof. Cath Williamson and Vicky Hills\, Research Recruitment Manager\,  NIHR  BioResource \n11:10am 11:30am – Comfort break \n11:30am 11:50am – Alicia Rowland and Lucy Clossick Thomson – PS-002-101\, the first gene therapy in kidney disease: how and why we’ve leveraged BioResource to help support recruitment in a NICE patient group \n11:50am 12:10pm – Prof. Rachel Upthegrove – The Mental Health Mission and the SMILE BioResource \n12:10pm 12:30pm – Prof. Nathalie Kingston\, Director\, NIHR BioResource – Closing remarks.
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/bioresource-scientific-conference/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T123000
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SUMMARY:Better conversations: getting to the root of communication
DESCRIPTION:Better conversations: getting to the root of communication – 17 June 2026\n\n\n\nTime: 11.00am – 12.30pm \nAim: To better understand communication for people living with MND and ways to support conversation. \nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will have: \n\na wider understanding of communication change in MND\nconsidered what is meant by conversation\nhad an introduction to how conversation works\nexplored the barriers and facilitators to conversation\nbeen introduced to the Better Conversations MND resource.\n\nSpeakers: Professor Steven Bloch\, MRSCLT and Sophie Stribbbling\, MRCSLT \nView speaker biographies \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/better-conversations-getting-to-the-root-of-communication/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T123000
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SUMMARY:New insights on Working while living with dementia
DESCRIPTION:The Young Dementia Network webinar on Wednesday 17th June 2026 at 12.30-1.30pm will share emerging evidence from three research projects currently underway by the Working With Dementia Network Plus Research Team exploring dementia and employment. \nPresentations will cover priorities for improving work experiences\, the economic impacts of young onset dementia\, and how employment law is applied in practice. \nMembers of the Working With Dementia Advisory Panel will share their lived experiences of working following a diagnosis of young onset dementia. \nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/new-insights-on-working-while-living-with-dementia/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T080025
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SUMMARY:Interpretable Machine Learning
DESCRIPTION:Interpretable Machine Learning: Visualization\, Sparse Models\, and Neural Networks – Online Course\nThis three-part lecture covers three pillars of interpretable machine learning: dimension reduction for data visualization\, sparse models for tabular data\, and interpretable neural networks for computer vision. These are essential topics for any researcher working in high-stakes machine learning applications—and genuinely useful ones. \nPart 1: Dimension Reduction for Data Visualization \nDimension reduction (DR) for data visualization provides unique insights into the structure of high-dimensional data. DR offers a bird’s-eye view of a dataset\, revealing clusters and their relationships\, manifolds\, branching patterns\, and even potential errors in the data. It is extremely effective for scientific discovery and hypothesis generation. We will discuss key elements of DR algorithms leading to the derivation of the PaCMAP algorithm\, with applications in bioinformatics\, name-ethnicity classification\, finance\, and neurology. \nPart 2: Sparse Models and Rashomon Sets for Tabular Data \nWhile the trend in machine learning has moved toward increasingly complex black-box models\, such models have shown no performance advantage for many real-world tabular datasets. For these datasets\, simpler models—sometimes small enough to fit on an index card—can be just as accurate and far easier to use. The challenge is that designing interpretable models is difficult due to the “interaction bottleneck\,” which arises when domain experts must work closely with machine learning algorithms. We’ll review two families of interpretable models—optimal sparse decision trees and sparse generalized additive models—and introduce the Rashomon set framework as a principled approach to managing the interaction bottleneck\, with examples from finance and criminal justice. \nPart 3: Interpretable Neural Networks for Computer Vision \nPrototype neural networks are among the most popular inherently interpretable architectures for computer vision and signal processing. These models make predictions by comparing parts of an input image to parts of prototypical images\, assigning a score to each comparison and summing those scores to form the final prediction. We will discuss the ProtoPNet algorithm and its extension\, ProtoConcept\, in which a cluster of images defines a “concept prototype\,” making comparisons richer and more informative. An application to ICU neurology is also included. \nThe lecture concludes with an application to computer-aided mammography\, in which an interpretable neural network led to a scientific discovery: subtle left-right asymmetries in mammograms can predict breast cancer up to five years in advance. Our AsymMirai algorithm was the fifth most-viewed paper in Radiology in 2024. \nSee also: \nCynthia Rudin\, Chaofan Chen\, Zhi Chen\, Haiyang Huang\, Lesia Semenova\, and Chudi Zhong. “Interpretable Machine Learning: Fundamental Principles and 10 Grand Challenges.” Statistics Surveys\, 2022. https://arxiv.org/abs/2103.11251 \nThis Distinguished Speaker Series seminar will consist of three hours of lecture and Q&A\, held live* via the free video-conferencing software Zoom. \n*The video recording of the seminar will be made available to registrants within 24 hours and will be accessible for four weeks thereafter. That means that you can watch all of the class content and discussion even if you cannot participate synchronously. \nClosed captioning is available for all live and recorded sessions. Captions can be translated to a variety of languages including Spanish\, Korean\, and Italian. For more information\, click here. \nIf you’re looking for a comprehensive introduction to interpretable machine learning\, check out our livestream seminar Interpretable Machine Learning on June 9-12.
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/interpretable-machine-learning/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T160000
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SUMMARY:AI in science recruitment: friend or foe?
DESCRIPTION:Artificial intelligence can help draft science job ads\, process applications and shortlist researcher candidates. Scientist jobseekers can use it to polish CVs and resumes\, write cover letters and complete application forms. But what are the strengths\, limitations and risks associated with using the technology? This 60-minute webinar and Q&A session aims to help early career researchers and hiring managers decide how and when to use AI as a recruitment tool.  \nIf you would like to submit any questions to the panelists in advance\, please email naturecareerseditor@nature.com. \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/ai-in-science-recruitment-friend-or-foe/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T200000
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SUMMARY:Improving Measurement of Social / Structural Determinants of Health in Alzheimer's
DESCRIPTION:The ISTAART Diversity and Disparities PIA Social / Structural Determinants of Health Work Group invites you to its upcoming webinar: Improving Measurement of Social / Structural Determinants of Health in Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias. \nThis webinar aims to enhance the understanding of social and structural determinants of health (S/SDOH) as key to addressing disparities in Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD). However\, the complexity of S/SDOH often limits causal insights. This webinar will explore rigorous methods to improve study design and better connect S/SDOH to ADRD outcomes. \nJoin us on Wednesday\, June 17th\, 2026\, 1:00 pm CDT \nSpeakers: \nEmma Nichols\, Ph.D.\, MPH\, University of Southern California\, United States\nGanga Bey\, Ph.D.\, MPH\, UNC Chapel Hill\, United States\nHeather Allore\, Ph.D.\, Yale University\, United States\nJustina Avila-Reiger\, Ph.D.\, Columbia University\, United States \nModerators: \nJaya Viswanathan\, Ph.D.\, Indiana University School of Medicine\, United States \nMichael Green\, Ph.D.\, Johns Hopkins University\, United States \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/improving-measurement-of-social-structural-determinants-of-health-in-alzheimers/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260618
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260620
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SUMMARY:Using Conditional Transgenic Models
DESCRIPTION:This course is designed for anyone working with conditional mouse models\, including the Cre-Lox system and alternative recombinase platforms such as Flp\, Dre\, and Vika. These technologies provide researchers with the ability to manipulate gene expression in a spatially and/or temporally controlled manner\, enabling precise investigation of biological processes that cannot be interrogated using traditional constitutive knockout models. \nBy allowing genes to be selectively turned on or off in specific tissues\, cell types\, or developmental stages\, conditional systems offer powerful means to dissect the roles of individual genes within complex physiological networks. Moreover\, combining multiple recombinase systems expands the experimental possibilities even further – for example\, enabling the controlled exchange of a wild type exon for a mutant variant at a defined point in time to model disease progression with exceptional precision. \nHowever\, the intricate mechanisms underlying conditional systems make them particularly vulnerable to errors and misinterpretation. \nWhile the biology behind these approaches is elegant\, in practice there are numerous pitfalls that can compromise experimental outcomes. Many of these issues are not immediately apparent from the literature on conditional models\, nor are they always obvious within an experiment unless you know what to look for. Consequently\, researchers may unknowingly draw inaccurate conclusions\, with errors that can propagate and compromise downstream studies. \nThis course aims to equip trainees with a clear understanding of how these models function biologically\, as well as the practical ways in which they can fail. We will cover how to anticipate and control for confounding effects\, how to troubleshoot unexpected results\, and how to proceed when a model does not behave as expected. \nWho is this for? \nAnyone who is using or planning to use conditional models\, that has previous knowledge of advanced mouse genetics\, including researchers\, PhD students and colony managers. \nAfter this course\, you will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the basic principles of conditional transgenesis\nUnderstand how cre expressing and floxed alleles are produced and the potential impact on the experimental outcome\nIdentify the advantages and challenges of these systems\nAnalyse recombinase (Cre) expression\nUnderstand how to establish colonies for conditional transgenesis and the importance of background strain within this\nPlan breeding schemes with consideration of control strategies and cohort numbers\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/using-conditional-transgenic-models/
LOCATION:MRC Harwell\, Becquerel Avenue\, Harwell\, Didcot\, Oxfordshire\, OX11 0RD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Cell Symposia: Multifaceted mitochondria
DESCRIPTION:Mitochondria are metabolic and signaling hubs involved in multi-system processes spanning from cellular bioenergetics to organismal homeostasis. Their multifaceted functions put them at the center of research efforts to better understand cellular metabolism and communication and to develop novel therapeutic approaches for a broad range of processes including cardiometabolic disorders\, immune responses\, aging\, and cancer. \n\n\nThis symposium aims to reflect the variety in mitochondrial research\, providing engaging and forward-looking talks on mitochondrial bioenergetics and dynamics\, their mechanisms of homeostasis and stress signaling\, their function in intra- and inter-cellular communication\, and their role in metabolism\, disease\, and therapy. \nWe hope to bring together scientists working on these diverse topics to address the open questions of the field and advance the study of mitochondrial biology. \nThemes: \n\nMitochondrial biochemistry and bioenergetics\nMitochondria homeostasis and stress response\nMitochondrial dynamics and transfer\nMitochondrial communication\nMitochondria in metabolism\nMitochondria in inflammation and disease\n\nRegister\n\nAbstract submission deadline: February 13\, 2026 \nSubmit abstract here
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/cell-symposia-multifaceted-mitochondria/
LOCATION:Hilton Glasgow\, William Street\, Glasgow\, Glasgow City\, G3 8HT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Symposium
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SUMMARY:Neuroinflammation in Health & Disease
DESCRIPTION:Neuroinflammation accompanies essentially all forms of central nervous system (CNS) insults. It can vary from acute reversable molecular changes aimed at preserving or restoring health and homeostasis\, to chronic perturbations that contribute to disease progression. \nMuch remains to be learned about the multicellular and multimolecular interactions that underlie different forms of neuroinflammation in different CNS disorders\, and how these interactions might be beneficially modulated to improve outcomes. This Keystone Symposia conference on Neuroinflammation in Health and Disease will examine how inflammation in the CNS across different contexts is manifest in healthy and diseased states. \nThe program explores multiple facets of neuroimmune pathways including genetic risk factors\, evolutionary origins and the roles of specific cell types in CNS immune response. It also includes recent insights into neuroinflammation in response to viruses\, in the context of the microbiome and aspects of autoimmunity. The speakers will present data that span cellular\, broader CNS and organismal behavioral effects of neuroinflammation. This meeting is being held jointly with another Keystone Symposia conference on Neurodegeneration: From Neurocentric to System-Wide Perspectives\, which provides a focused opportunity to explore how neuroinflammation connects with neurodegenerative disease biology. Through shared keynote and joint scientific sessions\, meals and poster sessions\, participants will have an opportunity to network and share cross-disciplinary insights\, encouraging innovative collaborations towards a deeper understanding of neurodegenerative disease and neuroimmune interactions\, and the pathways that interconnect them. \nJun 22–25\, 2026 | Fairmont Chateau Whistler\, Whistler\, BC\, Canada\nScientific Organizers: Michael V. Sofroniew\, Maria de Lourdes Gamez G Tansey\, and Robyn S Klein \n\nClick Here
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/neuroinflammation-in-health-disease/
LOCATION:Fairmont Chateau Whistler\, Whistler\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:ISTAART - MRI Assessment of Myelin & Iron Change in AD
DESCRIPTION:Join our the ISTAART Neuroimaging Professional Interest Area (PIA) for the new Neuroimaging Primer Series\, launching in June as an extension of the ISTAART’s The Basics webinars. \nThis webinar covers the core concepts of Chi-separation MRI for assessing myelin and iron. We will explore real-world applications and provide a practical guide to using our toolbox to process your neuroimaging data. \nSpeaker: \n\nJongho Lee\, Ph.D.; Laboratory for Imaging Science and Technology (LIST)\, Seoul National University\, Republic of Korea\n\nModerators: \n\nMichael Ewers\, Ph.D.; Institute for Stroke and Dementia Research\, University Hospital\, Ludwig Maximilian University\, Munich\, Germany\nSamuel N. Lockhart\, Ph.D.; Perceptive Inc.\, United States\n\nSign up here and join us on Monday\, June 22\, 2026 at 10 a.m. C.T.
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/istaart-mri-assessment-of-myelin-iron-change-in-ad/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T124500
DTSTAMP:20260610T080025
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SUMMARY:Research Showcase - How Amyloid & Tau Disrupt Brain Function
DESCRIPTION:How do amyloid and tau disrupt the brain’s electrical activity. And what can these changes tell us about how dementia develops. \nThis livestream is part of the Dementia Researcher weekly Showcase series. Each week we host a 45 minute online session bringing researchers together to share their work\, methods\, and ideas. \nIn this session\, Dr Soraya Meftah will present her research exploring how electrical signalling in the brain is disrupted in dementia. Her work investigates how amyloid and tau affect brain function and the molecular changes linked to these disruptions. \nSoraya studies dementia using both experimental models and a novel human brain slice culture model\, helping to bridge the gap between laboratory findings and the human brain. This work aims to better understand how disease related changes affect brain networks and neuronal communication. \nSoraya is a Race Against Dementia Research Fellow at the University of Edinburgh\, specialising in brain signalling\, neurodegeneration\, and translational approaches to dementia research. \nAttendees can expect a research focused session with time for questions and discussion. \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/research-showcase-how-amyloid-tau-disrupt-brain-function/
LOCATION:Dementia Researcher Communities App
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T204500
DTSTAMP:20260610T080025
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SUMMARY:Research Showcase - Seizure Risk and Dementia Care
DESCRIPTION:How often are hidden neurological events missed in dementia care. And could better seizure risk assessment improve support for older adults in long term care settings. \nThis livestream is part of the Dementia Researcher weekly Showcase series. Each week we host a 45 minute online session bringing researchers together to share their work\, methods\, and ideas. \nIn this session\, Russ Barker will present work exploring the coexistence of dementia and epileptiform activity\, an important but under explored issue in geriatric neurology and long term care. His integrative literature review brings together evidence from across disciplines to identify key seizure risk domains in dementia care. \nRuss is Founder and CEO of Seagull Health\, based in Blue Springs\, Missouri. His work aims to support better recognition of hidden neurological events in ageing populations and provide a conceptual basis for developing a standardised seizure risk scoring framework for dementia care environments. \nAttendees can expect a research focused session with time for questions and discussion. \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/research-showcase-seizure-risk-and-dementia-care/
LOCATION:Dementia Researcher Communities App
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260625
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260627
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SUMMARY:Qualitative Data Analysis for PhD Research
DESCRIPTION:On behalf of the programme committee\, I’m pleased to welcome you to the website of the Dutch Neuroscience Meeting 2026 (DNM 26). This meeting offers an excellent opportunity to connect and share research with scientists and clinicians across various neuroscience disciplines\, including neuroendocrinology\, psychology\, neurology and psychiatry. Our rich history can be tracked using the weblinks to the past editions of our meeting. \nWe are excited to return on June 25-26\, 2026\, to the Van der Valk Hotel in Tiel. This venue offers spacious rooms for parallel sessions\, a large hall for poster presentations\, a cosy lounge area for informal discussions\, and comfortable overnight accommodations. Given the expected high number of participants\, we strongly recommend room sharing whenever possible to ensure that as many colleagues as possible can stay on-site and fully experience the meeting atmosphere—including the not-to-be-missed evening programme. \nAs always\, the scientific and social programme is designed to foster meaningful interactions between scientists from different disciplines and institutes. At the heart of the meeting are the parallel seminar sessions\, carefully selected from your proposals\, alongside three distinguished keynote speakers. We look forward to welcoming a multidisciplinary audience of researchers and students. Our goal is to create an engaging environment that advances neuroscience research while stimulating exchanges between senior and junior scientists. \nWe invite and encourage all researchers to submit an abstract for one of the two poster sessions\, open to both established and early-career scientists\, including Master’s students. \nWe hope you will explore the outstanding programme and wholeheartedly invite you and your colleagues to attend DNM 26 on June 25-26\, 2026! \nOn behalf of the Organising Committee\, \n\nReview the Programme \nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/qualitative-data-analysis-for-phd-research/
LOCATION:Van der Valk Hotel\, Laan van Westroijen 10\, Tiel\, 4003 AZ\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
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SUMMARY:Neuroreceptor Mapping 2026
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to invite you to Uppsala\, Sweden for the 15th Neuroreceptor Mapping Conference\, taking place June 27–30\, 2026. NRM has been a cornerstone meeting for the neuro-PET community since its first gathering in 1995\, bringing together researchers from around the world to share advances in molecular imaging of neuroreceptors. Following recent meetings in Boston\, London\, and Montreal\, we are excited to continue this tradition in Uppsala. Read more about our beautiful city here. \nNRM 2026 will offer a rich scientific program\, opportunities for meaningful exchange\, and a welcoming environment for both established and emerging researchers. We look forward to insightful discussions\, renewed collaborations\, and the chance to celebrate the progress of our field together. \nWe are especially pleased to host you during early summer—an ideal time to experience the unique atmosphere surrounding the Swedish Midsummer season. On behalf of the organizing committee\, we look forward to welcoming you to NRM 2026 and to an inspiring and memorable meeting! \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/neuroreceptor-mapping-2026/
LOCATION:Uppsala Konsert & Kongress\, Vaksalagatan 1\, 753 31\, Uppsala\, Sweden
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260629T140000
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SUMMARY:NIHR PGfAR October 2026 Funding Opportunity Webinar
DESCRIPTION:An information session and Q&A for prospective applicants to the October 2026 Programme Grants for Applied Research (PGfAR) funding opportunity – “NIHR PGfAR and Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) partnership for research to drive transformational change in the health and care of children and young people” \nThe webinar will run from 2:30pm – 4:00pm \nLink to the funding opportunity: https://www.nihr.ac.uk/funding/programme-grants-applied-research-october-2026/2026345-2026346-2026347 \nIf you require any reasonable adjustments please get in touch with us ahead of the webinar at pgfar@nihr.ac.uk \nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/nihr-pgfar-october-2026-funding-opportunity-webinar/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260704
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SUMMARY:Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) Summer School
DESCRIPTION:This unique\, three-day\, in-person PPIE Summer School is hosted by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Applied Research Collaborations South West Peninsula (PenARC). Furthermore\, co-designed and delivered by academics and public collaborators\, it offers a rare opportunity to explore the values that underpin Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE). \nThe course combines theory\, reflection\, and practical exploration in a supportive learning environment. Throughout the three immersive days\, you will move from foundational principles and power dynamics\, through creative and relational approaches to involvement\, to reflecting on leadership and culture in their own practice and the contexts in which they work. \nThe PPIE Summer School is designed for people undertaking or supporting health or care research from early career researchers to senior academics\, PPIE leads and facilitators. It is also relevant to those who are new to public involvement and would like to begin. \nThroughout the course\, you will be supported within a safe\, collaborative learning space that encourages shared learning\, openness and reflection. \nFees include all three days of teaching\, course materials\, daily lunch and refreshments; plus an evening meal and welcome drink on the first day \n\n\n\n\n\nIt was extremely inspiring and left me with lots of ideas about my PPIE/research work \n\nPrevious delegate \n\n\n\nWhy this course matters\nPPIE in research continues to gain importance in health and care research. In particular\, it gives people with experience of illnesses and service use the opportunity to add their knowledge to research. Moreover\, it also creates an ethos of equality where patients and members of the public work with researchers as partners – in ways that are ‘for’ or ‘with’ them\, rather than ‘to’ or ‘about’ them. \nFinally\, it is an important means by which people can have a say in publicly funded research and be given the opportunity to make decisions\, shape\, and learn more about research. \nThis course is an opportunity to explore beyond the numbers and the rhetoric of PPIE. We will examine innovative and honest ways of generating and spreading knowledge. We will also explore how to foster the uptake of this knowledge through partnerships with care sectors\, the public and communities – partnerships that reflect creativity and justice. \nWho is it for?\nThis unique interdisciplinary course is relevant to people undertaking health or care research\, including PhD students and those in PPIE co-ordinator/facilitator roles. Equally\, it is also relevant to people who are not currently involving members of the public in their work but would like to do so. Linking research and practice\, the course is tailored to those who are working across different disciplines in medicine\, health and social care\, and public health. \nIf you are seeking to strengthen partnerships\, deepen your understanding of PPIE values\, or embed creativity and justice within your work\, this course is for you. \nProgramme at a glance\nThroughout the three days\, participants will engage in small-group discussions\, creative exercises\, case-based learning and structured reflection\, supported by experienced facilitators. \n\nExplore the values and principles underpinning PPIE\nExamine creativity as a method and ethos in research partnerships\nReflect on justice\, equity and power in involvement practice\nEngage in practical\, skills-based activities\nShare learning across disciplines and roles\nUltimately\, develop new ideas to apply in your own research or organisational contexts\n\nDelivery format\nThe PPIE Summer School is a three-day\, in-person course held in Exeter. \nSpecifically\, the Summer School combines: \n\nInteractive workshops\nSmall group work\nReflective learning\nCreative and practice-based sessions\nOpportunities for shared discussion with academics and public collaborators\n\nThe emphasis\, therefore\, is on creating a safe\, supportive space for dialogue\, reflection and collaborative learning. \nSocial and networking opportunities\nWe are offering a couple of social activities alongside the main learning programme to give space to connect with fellow delegates and facilitators. \nDay 1: You are invited to join us for a welcome evening meal\, included as part of your registration. \nDay 2: Join a guided evening tour of Exeter’s oldest building\, St Nicholas Priory. You can sign up for this optional activity after registration. \nFacilitators\nThe PPIE Summer School is co-designed and delivered by a collaborative group with a variety of backgrounds and experiences. \n\nAcademics\nClinicians\nPublic collaborators\nFacilitators with expertise in creativity and participatory practice\nPlease see further speaker details below.\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/patient-and-public-involvement-and-engagement-ppie-summer-school/
LOCATION:Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel\, Southernhay E\, Exeter\, EX1 1QF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T124500
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SUMMARY:Research Showcase - Improving Palliative Dementia Care at Home
DESCRIPTION:How can homecare workers better identify and respond to the palliative care needs of people living with dementia. And what does it take to introduce practical tools into everyday care. \nThis livestream is part of the Dementia Researcher weekly Showcase series. Each week we host a 45 minute online session bringing researchers together to share their work\, methods\, and ideas. \nIn this session\, Annika Dhawan will share work from the PALLDEM Homecare study\, a proof of concept project exploring how the IPOS Dem (Integrated Palliative Care Outcome Scale for Dementia) can be implemented within domiciliary homecare settings. \nThe study aims to support homecare workers in recognising and responding to the palliative care needs of people living with dementia through practical\, co designed tools and processes. Annika will discuss findings from co production workshops with homecare workers and managers\, alongside early insights into barriers\, facilitators\, and practical considerations for implementing IPOS Dem in everyday care. \nAnnika is a Research Assistant at King’s College London\, based at the Cicely Saunders Institute of Palliative Care\, Policy and Rehabilitation. Her work focuses on improving dementia care and supporting implementation of person centred palliative approaches in real world settings.e for questions and discussion. \nAttendees can expect a research focused session with time for questions and discussion. \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/research-showcase-improving-palliative-dementia-care-at-home/
LOCATION:Dementia Researcher Communities App
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260706
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SUMMARY:FENS-ENCODS 2026
DESCRIPTION:The European Neuroscience Conference by Doctoral Students (ENCODS) 2026 — a FENS satellite event created by PhD students\, for PhD students. It is designed to inspire\, connect\, and uplift the next generation of neuroscientists. \nThe next ENCODS will take place in the vibrant city of Barcelona on 4–5 July 2026\, under the theme “Brain in Context”\, highlighting how interacting factors\, from molecules to experience\, shape brain development and function\, uniting diverse fields to reveal the brain’s story in full context. \nOur goal is simple: \n✨ To bring young neuroscientists from various fields together\,\n💬 Spark meaningful scientific conversations\,\n🤝 Build connections that last beyond the conference\, and\n🌱 Create a space where everyone feels free\, welcome\, supported\, and inspired. \nAcross the two interactive days\, participants will experience a blend of talks\, posters\, hands-on workshops\, mentoring\, and fun social moments that make it easy to meet fellow scientists\, share ideas\, and grow both scientifically and personally. \nWe would truly appreciate your support in sharing this opportunity within your community — with PhD candidates\, Master’s students considering a PhD\, and early Postdocs who could benefit from a motivating and enriching experience. \n📅 Registration opens early December 2025\n \n🔗 Website:https://www.fens.org/news-activities/fens-and-societies-calendar/training-event/encods-2026\n \n📧 Contact us anytime at: 2026@encods.eu \nPlease stay connected with us on Social Media Platforms & spread the word using the attached flyer. We can’t wait to welcome you to Barcelona — and make ENCODS 2026 an unforgettable experience altogether! \nENOCDS_2026
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/fens-encods-2026/
LOCATION:Institut d’Estudis catalans\, Carrer del Carme\, 47\, Ciutat Vella\, Barcelona\, 08001 Barcelona\, Spain
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260707
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260711
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SUMMARY:Dementia UK Annual Summer School
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 7th-Friday 10th July 2026 \nDementia UK is excited to host its free annual Summer School\, with the aim of improving practice in and knowledge of dementia care. \nWe invite all health and social care practitioners\, including students\, volunteer sector workers and allied professionals who have an interest in improving care and support for families living with dementia. \nOn this page\, you will find a description of the topics available during Summer School 2026 and links to registration forms. You are welcome to book as many or as few webinars as you like. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact ANacademy@dementiauk.org \n\nTuesday 7th July 2026\n10.30am-12pm Welcome to Dementia UK and Admiral Nursing \n\nWelcome to Dementia UK: the specialist dementia nursing charity\nAdmiral Nurses working across different settings\n\nRegister for this session \n2-4pm Practical tips and advice in dementia care \n\nTop tips from dementia carers: Lived Experience Advisory Panel (LEAP) discussion around risks in the home\nRisks in the home\n\nRegister for this session \nWednesday 8th July 2026\n10.30am-12pm Rarer types of dementia and tackling stigma  \n\nFrontotemporal dementia\nTackling the stigma in young onset dementia\n\nRegister for this session \n2-4pm Parkinson’s and Lewy body dementia \n\nParkinson’s and cognition: symptom management and treatment\nLewy body dementia: understanding the lived experience and supporting families – what works\n\nRegister for this session \nThursday 9th July 2026\n10.30am-12pm Honouring and supporting the LGTBQ+ community and dementia care \n\nLove\, legacy and memory: centring LGBTQ+ stories in dementia care\n\nRegister for this session \n2-4pm Honouring culturally responsive dementia care \n\nInclusive dementia care: cultural and religious considerations\nProtocols used in transcultural dementia care: supporting communities from diverse backgrounds\n\nRegister for this session \nFriday 10th July 2026\n10.30am-12.30pm Intimacy and sensory needs  \n\nPromoting intimacy in dementia care\nHearing loss and dementia: why hearing matters for brain health\nNavigating the complexity of real life: a family experience\n\nRegister for this session \nAll presentations are recorded and available on the Dementia UK YouTube channel.
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/dementia-uk-annual-summer-school/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Research Showcase - Assistive Technology and Dementia Care
DESCRIPTION:What can the UK learn from Japan about technology and dementia care. And how might robotics\, virtual reality\, smart homes\, and artificial intelligence support people living with dementia. \nThis livestream is part of the Dementia Researcher weekly Showcase series. Each week we host a 45 minute online session bringing researchers together to share their work\, methods\, and ideas. \nIn this session\, Bethany Linder will share insights from her Churchill Fellowship exploring advances in assistive dementia technology in Japan. Through visits with leading experts in robotics\, virtual reality\, and smart home technologies\, Bethany examined how one of the world’s fastest ageing populations is using technology to support people living with dementia. \nThe session will explore what has worked\, what has not worked\, and future directions in assistive technology\, alongside reflections on how lessons from Japan could help improve dementia care in the UK. \nBethany is a dementia researcher at the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences\, University of Oxford. Her work focuses on using technology to support older adults and people affected by dementia\, including current research exploring how artificial intelligence could support medication management for people living with dementia. \nAttendees can expect a research focused session with time for questions and discussion. \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/research-showcase-assistive-technology-and-dementia-care/
LOCATION:Dementia Researcher Communities App
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T160000
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SUMMARY:Creative Dementia: Sharing Good Practice Conference
DESCRIPTION:Creative Dementia Arts Network are organising this event to share best practice of the use of arts in dementia care\, alongside a book launch \n\n\n\n\nThe event\, organised by the Creative Dementia Arts Network will include a launch of The Creative Dementia Practice Handbook: Arts for Health and Wellbeing and will have many of the 24 wonderful authors attending\, some of whom will present their chapter topics or lead dance\, poetry and music workshop. We are proud to be partnered for this event with National Activity Providers Association (NAPA)\, the UK’s leading activity and engagement charity. \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/creative-dementia-sharing-good-practice-conference/
LOCATION:Watershed\, 1 Canon's Road\, Bristol\, BS1 5TX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Industry MasterClass in Drug Discovery and Development
DESCRIPTION:Taking therapeutics for neurodegeneration from concept to trial \nJoin leading experts from academia\, biotech\, pharma and drug development for a practical one day MasterClass exploring how discoveries in neurodegeneration can move from early target selection through to clinical trial strategy. \nThis in person event will examine the key stages of the drug discovery and development process\, from identifying and validating targets\, discovering and optimising leads\, and navigating regulatory and commercial considerations\, through to preparing for trial delivery. \nThe programme will bring together speakers from organisations including AstraZeneca\, MSD\, Lundbeck\, AbbVie\, Novartis\, Roche\, Eisai\, Cervevance\, Isomorphic\, Denali\, AstronautX\, JNJ\, Advent\, Lilly and BMS. \nDiscussions will be hosted by Prof. Sarah Tabrizi and Prof. Mike Hanna from UCL. \nKeynote\nThe Journey from an Academic Discovery to a TrialKaterina AkassoglouGladstone Institute and Founder\, Therini Bio \nCo organisers\nFiona DucotterdAlzheimer’s Research UK UCL Drug Discovery Institute \nJim RayBelfer Neurodegeneration Consortium\, MD Anderson \nWhat will be covered\nAttendees will discuss: \n\nHow targets are selected to progress in biotech and pharma\nHow leads are discovered and optimised into therapeutics\nHow discoveries move from hit to candidate to formulation\nHow regulatory and commercial considerations are navigated\nHow to move towards a clinical trial\nHow value is created for patients\, providers and the pharmaceutical industry\nWhere the field is heading next\n\nEvent details\nDate: Friday 10 July 2026Time: 8.30 am to 6.30 pmLocation: Mary Ward House\, LondonFormat: In personCapacity: Limited places available \nWho should attend\nThis MasterClass is designed for researchers\, clinicians\, industry professionals\, funders\, translational scientists and anyone interested in how neurodegeneration therapeutics move from discovery science towards development and trial readiness. \nRegistration is now open.A practical\, high level course on translating neurodegeneration drug discovery into development strategy.
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/industry-masterclass-in-drug-discovery-and-development/
LOCATION:Mary Ward House\, 5 - 7 Tavistock Place\, London\, Greater London\, WC1H 9SN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:ITM2B Symposium
DESCRIPTION:How can an understudied gene teach us to fight dementia? The ITM2B Symposium is a research conference exploring clinical\, pathological and modelling advances in British dementia and other ITM2B related dementias. \nThis meeting brings together international experts to share the latest findings on disease mechanisms\, biomarkers\, and emerging approaches to understanding these rare but informative conditions. By focusing on ITM2B\, an often overlooked gene\, the symposium aims to uncover insights that may inform broader dementia research. \nDate and Location\n10 July 2026Kennedy Lecture Theatre\, ICH GOSH\, London\, UK \nThis is a hybrid event\, with options to attend in person or online. \nAttendance\n\nFree to attend\nOpen to all career stages and backgrounds\n\nSpeakers\n\nRuben Vidal\, Indiana University School of Medicine\, USA\nLuciano D’Adamio\, Rutgers Brain Health Institute\, USA\nSimon Mead\, UCL\, UK\nTamas Revesz\, UCL\, UK\nKo Woon Kim\, National University Hospital\, Jeonju\, South Korea\nJuliette Wohlschlegel\, University of Washington\, USA\n\nRegistration\nRegister by 10 June 2026 \nFor further information contact: c.arber@ucl.ac.uk \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/itm2b-symposium/
LOCATION:UCL – Kennedy Lecture Theatre\, Institute of Child Health - Main Building\, 30 Guildford Street\, London\, Greater London\, WC1N 1EH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conference,Online,Symposium
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SUMMARY:Alzheimer's Association International Conference
DESCRIPTION:Alzheimer’s Association International Conference® (AAIC®) 2026 — July 12-15\, in London\, U.K.\, and online\, you’re stepping into the largest global gathering of Alzheimer’s and dementia researchers\, clinicians and innovators. Last year\, more than 11\,000 attendees came together to share insights\, build partnerships and push the boundaries of what’s possible. In 2026\, that momentum continues\, and we want you there! \nWhy register now? \nAs a member of the Alzheimer’s Association International Society to Advance Alzheimer’s Research and Treatment (ISTAART)\, you enjoy exclusive\, priority access designed to elevate your AAIC experience. Register now to secure early entry to limited‑capacity events and hotel accommodations\, ensuring you make the most of your time at AAIC and fully engage with the science\, experts and opportunities that matter most to you. \nRegister Early to Experience the Best of AAIC 2026 \n\n*If your attendance depends on your abstract or fellowship decision\, please wait to register or book travel until you receive an update from the Association the week of March 16. We cannot reimburse costs if you register or book travel before receiving a fellowship decision\, or if you change your attendance type after abstract notifications. Fellowship applicants who do not follow this may forfeit part or all of their award.
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/alzheimers-association-international-conference/
LOCATION:ExCel London\, Royal Victoria Dock\, London\, Greater London\, E16 1XL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:Synergy for Science 2026
DESCRIPTION:Throughout history\, scientific endeavours have traditionally been compartmentalized into disciplines\, where like-minded researchers converge to address specific problems from a shared perspective. This approach has undeniably facilitated focused research\, hastened the pace of discoveries and contributed to the major breakthroughs of the last century. However\, an unintended consequence of this specialization has been the development of specialized languages and a sense of belonging within these disciplinary communities\, ultimately fostering impermeable knowledge silos across the entire scientific landscape.  \nWhile the establishment of disciplinary boundaries has played a crucial role in shaping our modern society\, there is now a recognized imperative to transcend these boundaries and confront the substantial challenges facing our globalized world. The emergence of interdisciplinary science represents a departure from the norm\, driven by courageous scientists eager to construct cultural bridges between disparate communities. Pioneers of interdisciplinary science have achieved remarkable results\, powered by their unique perspectives. However\, while the intersection at the heart of interdisciplinary science is inherently dynamic\, signifying its vitality\, the downside lies in its relatively modest scale. When extracted from their original environments\, interdisciplinary communities frequently struggle to attain the critical mass necessary for a lasting impact on our evolving society. \nSynSci26 will mark the inaugural conference set to take place in Glasgow in July 2026. With the subtitle “Meeting for a Healthier Future\,” this event aims to bring together diverse communities to collectively address the mandate of the third Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) outlined by the United Nations. By emphasizing collaboration and innovative approaches\, SynSci26 seeks to contribute meaningfully to the pursuit of a healthier\, more sustainable future. We invite scientists\, researchers\, and thought leaders from various disciplines to be part of this historic occasion\, breaking down barriers and shaping a brighter\, healthier world through interdisciplinary science. Together\, let us pave the way for future SynSci conferences that continue to make significant strides in addressing global challenges. \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/synergy-for-science-2026/
LOCATION:Scottish Event Campus\, Exhibition Way\, Glasgow\, G3 8YW\, United Kingdom
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