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SUMMARY:Seeing Dementia Differently: A Journey Through Research & Lived Experience
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to invite you to an online panel discussion between 2:30-3:30pm on Monday 21st of July\, featuring NIHR ARC North Thames Dementia Research Fellows alongside public contributors from our Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) groups.  \nThe discussion will focus on themes including: \n\nWhat motivates people to work in dementia research\nThe challenges and rewards of collaboration between researchers and the public\nMisconceptions about dementia and what we can all learn from lived experience\n\nWhether you’re a researcher\, carer\, person living with dementia\, or simply interested in learning more\, this is a fantastic opportunity to hear fresh perspectives and join the conversation. \nCan’t make the live session? No problem — a recording will be available afterwards\, and you’ll also have the option to dial in if you prefer not to use video. \n​Register now to atttend!
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/seeing-dementia-differently-a-journey-through-research-lived-experience/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public Discussion
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250722T140000
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SUMMARY:Enhancing Dementia Education Through Global Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Alzheimer’s Disease International (ADI) is the international federation of Alzheimer and dementia associations around the world; in official relations with the World Health Organization (WHO).\nOur vision is risk reduction\, timely diagnosis\, care and inclusion today\, and cure tomorrow. \nWe believe that tackling dementia requires efforts at global\, regional and local levels. We work by empowering Alzheimer and dementia associations to advocate for dementia as a national priority\, to raise awareness and to offer care and support for people with dementia and their care partners. Globally\, we strive to focus attention on dementia\, maintain it as a global health priority\, campaign for better policy from governments and encourage investment and innovation in dementia research. \nADI was established in 1984 by an initiative of the Alzheimer associations in the USA\, UK\, Australia and Canada. We have over 100 members\, generally one in each country. Each member is a not-for-profit organisation that focuses on supporting people living with dementia\, their carers and families. \nADI is a not-for-profit organisation registered in the USA. Our main office is in London\, UK\, with an Asia Pacific regional office located in Jakarta\, Indonesia and an Americas regional office located in Buenos Aires\, Argentina. We have a growing team\, and an Elected Board made up of volunteers from around the world. \nEnhancing Dementia Education Through Global Best Practices\nDementia education is essential in improving the quality of life\, independence\, and well-being of individuals living with dementia. This webinar aims to encourage the need for global collaboration in dementia education\, highlight the benefits of formal education to carers\, and investigate the government perspective of a global approach. \nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/enhancing-dementia-education-through-global-best-practices/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250723T120000
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DTSTAMP:20260618T010826
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SUMMARY:Inside ARUK's Clinical Research Fellowships
DESCRIPTION:Calling clinicians with research experience! If you’re looking to further your clinical research career and have plans to build your own research programme\, we have just the webinar for you.   \nIn this webinar\, we’ll introduce Alzheimer’s Research UK’s Advanced Clinical Fellowship – a unique opportunity designed to support the careers of clinicians committed to dementia research. From Alzheimer’s Research UK\, hear from Dr Leah Mursaleen\, Head of Clinical Research\, on the fellowship itself and Eve Chapman\, Research Grants Officer\, on tips for submitting a strong application. We will also have Dr Angelika Zarkali\, Senior Research Fellow and Honorary Consultant Neurologist at University College London\, to speak about how the fellowship has shaped her career. \nWhether you’re considering applying this year\, or simply wish to get some guidance and insights on Alzheimer’s Research UK’s funding\, this session will be of support to you. \nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/inside-aruks-clinical-research-fellowships/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250723T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250723T210000
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SUMMARY:Catchup - Population-level Dementia Risk Reduction
DESCRIPTION:A weekly webinar to discuss careers and research topics. These sessions combine livestreams\, guest speakers\, and group online chat to exchange ideas\, challenge\, influence\, inspire\, and educate. In this session we hear from Dr Sebastian Walsh fom University of Cambridge and Dr Adrián Noriega de la Colina from Perceiv AI discussing Population-level Dementia Risk Reduction.\n \nWhen it comes to tackling dementia\, treatment is only part of the story—what if we could reduce risk before symptoms even begin? Population-level dementia risk reduction shifts the focus from cure to prevention\, asking bold questions about how lifestyle\, environment\, and public health policies can shape brain health across society. But how do we turn individual findings into scalable strategies? What works\, for whom\, and how can we measure real-world impact? Today\, we’ll explore how dementia researchers can help move the needle—shaping interventions that not only inform but transform lives on a global scale. \nSpeakers\n\nDr Seb Walsh is an NIHR Doctoral Fellow (2022–25)\, researching population-level approaches to dementia risk reduction. Their PhD work involves mixed methods\, including quantitative analysis\, qualitative interviewing\, policy analysis\, and systematic reviewing. With a background as an applied public health academic\, they have been training as a public health specialty registrar in the East of England region since 2018. \nDr Noriega de la Colina is the CIHR–Institute of Aging Fellow at the Montreal Neurological Institute-Hospital and Clinical Lead at Perceiv AI. A physician and research scientist at McGill University and affiliated with the Douglas Research Centre\, he focuses on neurodegenerative diseases\, particularly Alzheimer’s. He has led digital biomarker development and clinical trial strategies in phase II and III studies\, using diverse datasets to support disease forecasting and patient-centred\, value-based care. He is also a World Heart Federation Emerging Leader and MIT Catalyst Fellow. \nProgramme\nThe format of the event is a 30 minute livestream where the speakers will each present their thoughts on this topic for 10 minutes each\, the host will then ask questions and the livestream will end. The speakers will then join the online chat and interact with the audience\, answering questions and giving those who attended a chance to share their thoughts on the topic.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAvailable to join exclusivley in Dementia Researcher Communities – Online or in the App\n\nWatch the Recording
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/salon-population-level-dementia-risk-reduction/
LOCATION:Dementia Researcher Communities App
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250724T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250724T153000
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SUMMARY:Eating & Drinking Well with Dementia at Home
DESCRIPTION:The Eating and Drinking Well with Dementia at Home Guide is a new resource to support people living with dementia at home\, specifically designed for family carers\, friends\, and home care workers. \nWe are honoured to welcome our keynote speaker\, Dr Jane Townson OBE\, Chief Executive\, Homecare Association\, who brings extensive expertise spanning social care\, health\, housing\, and the technology sector. We will also be joined by people with lived experience\, researchers\, and representatives from key stakeholder organisations. \nEveryone interested in nutrition\, dementia\, and home care is welcome\, whether you’re looking to learn more\, support a family member\, or are a care provider in the social care or healthcare sector! \nWhat to expect: \n\nKeynote address\nNetworking over lunch\nAbout TOMATO project and research findings that informed the development of the resources\nPanel and audience discussions\nOfficial launch of the resource (print copy available on the day). Please let us know of any specific dietary requirements.\n\nFor further information on this event\, please contact HSSRKEAdministrator@bournemouth.ac.uk or yinusagg@bournemouth.ac.uk \nHow to get to BU: \nTalbot campus is easily accessed via public transport and has bike storage points. Please see travel info \nLansdowne campus is located in the city centre and is easily accessed via bus and train links. For more travel information please see this link. There is no parking on site\, however if public transport isn’t possible for you there are a number of local pay and display car parks at Cotlands Road and Madeira Road. \nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/eating-drinking-well-with-dementia-at-home/
LOCATION:Bournemouth University\, Executive Business Centre\, Bournemouth\, Dorset\, BH12 5BB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Networking,Public Discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250724T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250724T170000
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SUMMARY:How do brain circuits fail in early Alzheimer's?
DESCRIPTION:Recent advances in brain research are transforming our understanding of Alzheimer’s disease (AD)\, showing that the disruption of brain circuits begins many years before the familiar hallmarks\, such as plaques and tangles\, or obvious memory symptoms appear. These discoveries challenge our traditional views about how and when the disease starts. \nIn this special UK DRI research webinar\, Dr Marc Aurel Busche (UK DRI at UCL) will share his latest findings on the very first changes that occur in AD. His research highlights how two key proteins involved in Alzheimer’s\, that is\, amyloid beta (Abeta) and tau\, have different yet crucial roles in disrupting brain function at different stages. Dr Busche will show how Abeta first affects specific types of brain cells\, especially those located in deeper layers of the brain’s cortex\, causing early disturbances in the brain’s communication networks. \nHe will then discuss why tau is more closely linked to memory loss and cognitive symptoms. His recent studies provide a clear mechanism: specific forms of tau disrupt neurons that play a key role in memory\, making these neurons less effective and explaining why tau pathology strongly aligns with progression of disease and symptoms. \nFinally\, Dr Busche will present important new insights into the normal role of the amyloid precursor protein (APP)\, which produces Abeta but also plays an essential part in keeping our brain circuits healthy. This finding has important implications\, showing that therapeutic strategies targeting APP must be carefully designed to avoid interfering with its normal\, beneficial functions. \nTogether\, these discoveries form a new framework for understanding Alzheimer’s disease. They emphasise the need for treatments that focus on the earliest changes in brain circuit function\, carefully targeting the harmful effects of Alzheimer’s proteins while preserving their important roles in the healthy brain. \nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/how-do-brain-circuits-fail-in-early-alzheimers/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250725T110000
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SUMMARY:Accelerated AI for Imaging\, Genomics & Biomed Devices
DESCRIPTION:Join NVIDIA and DC Genomics for an in-person workshop exploring how accelerated platforms are transforming genomics\, imaging\, and biomedical devices. \nDr Ben Busby\, Senior Alliance Manager at NVIDIA\, will present “Ideas for Accelerated & Integrated Compute in Imaging\, Genomics\, and Devices across Biobank-Scale Datasets.” \nThis session will explore how agentic AI and integrated compute are redefining the infrastructure behind large-scale biomedical data—powering new approaches to neuroimaging\, genomics\, and device-driven health research. \nHighlights include: \n\nReal-time sequence alignment and annotation\nGenerative models for synthetic medical imaging\nSingle-cell analysis at population scale\nOn-device AI for edge-biotech use\nMRI applications in dementia and neurodegeneration\nVariant analysis with haploblock architecture\nKnowledge graphs as dynamic memory systems\nGenomics\n\nThe session will also address the vital steps of validation\, contextualisation\, and digital hygiene—ensuring that AI-generated biomedical data remains robust and meaningful. \nSupported by King’s College London\, UK DRI\, UK MND Research Institute\, The Alan Turing Institute\, Alzheimer’s Research UK\, and others. \nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/accelerated-ai-for-imaging-genomics-biomed-devices/
LOCATION:King’s College London\, Strand\, London\, Greater London\, WC2R 2LS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250725T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250725T130000
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SUMMARY:Geographic info systems & spatial data with applications to health
DESCRIPTION:Where people live shapes their health. Maps show how and why. \nIn this Health Data Research UK Webinar Ollie Thwaites will introduce geographic information systems (GIS) and some of the common data types. He will then explain how exposure can be defined and coded\, ending with some spatial analysis techniques. \nRebecca Pedrick-Case will talk about the technical aspects of large scale data linkage and experience with projects that have used this data. \nSpeakers\nOliver Thwaites – Data Scientist\, Environment and Health Research Centre (ENVHE)\, Population Data Science. Swansea University Medical School\n\n\nOllie is a data scientist in the Environment and Health Research Centre (ENVHE) based at Population Data Science in Swansea University Medical School. He is funded through Health Data Research UK\, working on projects under their social and environmental determinants of health and inflammation and immunity research driver programmes.\n\n\nRebecca Pedrick-Case – Research Officer and GIS Data Manager\, Environment and Health Research Centre (ENVHE)\, Population Data Science. Swansea University Medical School\n\nBecky is a research officer and GIS Data Manager at the Environment and Health Research Centre (ENVHE) based at Population Data Science in Swansea University Medical School\, funded by Administrative Data Research Wales.\n\nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/geographic-info-systems-spatial-data-with-applications-to-health/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250801
DTSTAMP:20260618T010826
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SUMMARY:Alzheimer's Association International Conference (AAIC) 2025
DESCRIPTION:Big breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s and dementia research happen at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference® 2025 (AAIC®) and this year\, you won’t want to miss your chance to be part of it! \nJoin us for AAIC 2025 in Toronto from July 27-31\, 2025\, for five unforgettable days of groundbreaking science and collaboration. \nWhy You Should Attend: \n\nWorld-Class Research & Insights: Access cutting-edge findings from the brightest minds in Alzheimer’s and dementia research and clinical practice.\nUnparalleled Networking: Meet and connect with top researchers\, clinicians\, and global experts.\nExperience It Live: Be there in person for the world’s largest Alzheimer’s and dementia research conference and take part in career-defining opportunities.\n\nAs an ISTAART member\, you also enjoy exclusive benefits\, including discounted in-person registration\, free online access\, invitations to special networking events like the ISTAART Reception and access to Professional Interest Area (PIA) activities. \nDon’t wait! Secure your spot at the most important Alzheimer’s and dementia research event of the year. \nRegister Now \n\nHighlights from 2024
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/alzheimers-association-international-conference-aaic-2025/
LOCATION:Metro Toronto Convention Centre\, 255 Front St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 2W6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference
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