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SUMMARY:Australian Dementia Research Forum 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Australian Dementia Research Forum 2026 (ADRF2026)\, Australia’s leading event for advancing dementia research\, care\, and policy. Each year\, ADRF brings together researchers\, clinicians\, policy makers\, and lived-experience advocates to share the latest breakthroughs and best practices in dementia. \n\n\nThe theme for the ADRF2026 is Towards Healthy Brains for All: Precision\, Prevention and Participation with particular focus on exciting new innovations in the field. The Forum is a meeting place for national and global experts to share the latest developments in dementia research\, care and policy. The ADRF aims to challenge perceptions of living with or caring for someone with a dementia diagnosis. \n\n\n\n\n\nFind out More
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/australian-dementia-research-forum-2026/
LOCATION:Sydney Hyatt Regency Hotel\, 161 Sussex St\, Sydney\, New South Wales\, NSW 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:Australian Dementia Research Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Australian Dementia Research Forum is the premier annual event that brings together researchers\, health professionals\, policy makers\, and people living with dementia and their families and carers\, providing a vital platform to exchange knowledge on the latest research\, innovations\, and best practices in dementia\, care and policy. \nWe are pleased to announce that ADRF2026 will be held as an in-person event in Sydney\, New South Wales\, Australia from 1 -3 June 2026. The event\, coinciding with Vivid Sydney\, will take place at the Hyatt Regency\, and delegates will therefore also be able to immerse themselves in the spectacle of this internationally renowned light show. \nThe theme for ADRF2026\, Towards Healthy Brains for All: Precision\, Prevention and Participation\, will highlight emerging innovations and advances across the field. The Forum is a meeting place for national and international experts to share exciting developments and discoveries\, foster collaboration\, and challenge perceptions of living with or caring for someone with a dementia diagnosis. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe program offers a balanced and comprehensive agenda featuring keynote presentations\, symposia\, panel discussions\, and the highly anticipated Great Debate. Participants will gain insights into significant discoveries and developments through an exceptional line-up of six international and Australian expert speakers\, invited to deliver keynote addresses at ADRF2026\, covering the areas of Discovery/Basic Science\, Diagnosis and Treatment\, Prevention\, Post-Diagnostic Care and Community Research. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContinuing Education professional development sessions\, aimed at clinicians\, will be offered on the morning of Wednesday June 3. These sessions will cover topics including the use of new therapeutics and diagnostics\, allied health approaches and end-of-life care\, and are aimed at nursing\, allied health\, general practitioners and specialists (including advanced trainees). \nWe are also delighted to announce that\, for the second year running\, our dementia forum will feature a Community Lecture. Scheduled for Day 3\, this session is open to the wider community and will provide insights into brain health- health eating for brain health\, dementia prevention\, treatment and sleep for brain health. Further details\, including our special guest speaker\, will be announced shortly. \nRegister now to receive updates as ADRF2026 progresses. \nWe look forward to sharing our comprehensive program and outstanding line-up of speakers and welcoming you as we work together towards a future of improved understanding\, better treatments\, and enhanced quality of life for all those affected by dementia. \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/australian-dementia-research-forum/
LOCATION:Sydney Hyatt Regency Hotel\, 161 Sussex St\, Sydney\, New South Wales\, NSW 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260601T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260601T140000
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SUMMARY:Compassionate and inclusive leadership
DESCRIPTION:Cultivate a nurturing environment by engaging and empowering others to flourish. \nPeople strong in ‘compassionate and inclusive leadership’ are energised by drawing on a diverse team for input and direction. By bringing the best version of themselves to the table\, they inspire and influence others to deliver\, whilst appreciating and leveraging differences. \nThey lead by example in promoting positive change in diversity and inclusion. \nBy attending this NIHR 60-min webinar\, you will: \n➡️ understand why compassionate leadership and inclusivity matters\, and what the evidence says about their impact in health and social care settings\n➡️ explore 4 practical habits for more inclusive\, everyday leadership\n➡️ reflect on assumptions\, triggers\, and behaviours\, and what you might need to unlearn\n➡️ reflect on your leadership and commit to 1 concrete action to take back to your team \nThis webinar is open to anyone working in or supporting health and care research via NIHR\, NHS\, UK universities and other publicly funded organisations. \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/compassionate-and-inclusive-leadership/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Sleep\, Brain Health\, and Dementia Risk
DESCRIPTION:Join a collaborative webinar from the ISTAART Sleep and Circadian Rhythms and Vascular Cognitive Disorders Professional Interest Areas (PIA)\, exploring how sleep influences vascular brain health and dementia risk. \nThis session brings together leading researchers and clinicians to examine the links between sleep\, cerebrovascular disease\, and cognitive outcomes. Expect discussion of underlying mechanisms\, emerging interventions\, and what this means for both clinical practice and future research. \nWhether you work in research or healthcare\, this is a chance to hear current evidence\, share perspectives\, and connect across disciplines. \nDate and TimeTuesday 2 June 202611:00 a.m. Central Time \nSpeakersJulio Fernandez-Mendoza\, Pennsylvania State University College of MedicineRosa Sommer\, University of Toronto and Sunnybrook \nPanelistsOmonigho M. Bubu\, NYU Grossman School of MedicineAndrew Lim\, University of Toronto and Sunnybrook Health Sciences CentreAlberto R. Ramos\, University of Miami Health System \nModeratorsDestiny Berisha\, University of California IrvineSilvia Fossati\, Alzheimer’s Center at Temple University \n\nRegisterSign up to attend and be part of the conversation. \nDelivered by the Sleep and Circadian Rhythms and Vascular Cognitive Disorders PIAs.
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/sleep-brain-health-and-dementia-risk/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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SUMMARY:Dementia Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:Join the BNA Dementia Masterclass for an in-depth exploration of the latest advancements in dementia research. This session brings together a renowned panel of leading experts to share cutting-edge insights and diverse perspectives.  Engage in interactive discussion with speakers at the forefront of dementia research. \nFind out more \n 
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/dementia-masterclass/
LOCATION:Level39 Sandbox\, One Canada Square\, Canary Wharf\, London\, E14 5AB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Roadshow,Training
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SUMMARY:Health Policy PIA: ISTAART Journal Club
DESCRIPTION:The ISTAART Health Policy Professional Interest Area (PIA) first Journal Club meeting takes place on Wednesday 3rd June: Meet the Author webinar. Our journal club will feature innovative\, trainee-led presentations highlighting recent developments across Rethinking Alzheimer’s Treatment and Care. \nLeveraging Data\, Technology\, and Policy to Address Disparities for Persons Living with Alzheimer’s Disease and Alzheimer’s Disease Related Dementias \n\nPresentation by Magdalena Pereyra\, Ph.D.; Institut de l’Audition\, Institut Pasteur\, France\, with author Chanee Fabius\, Ph.D.; Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health\, Maryland\, United States.\n\nAlzheimer’s Disease Outlook: Controversies and Future Directions \n\nPresentation by Shimaa Adel\, MSc; The American University in Cairo\, Egypt\, with author Giovanni Frisoni\, Ph.D.; Centre de la mémoire\, Geneva University Hospital\, Switzerland.\n\nModerated by Maria Mora Pinzon\, M.D.\, M.S.; University of Wisconsin – Madison\, United States \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/health-policy-pia-istaart-journal-club/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260605T090000
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SUMMARY:Lewy Body UK 2026
DESCRIPTION:Lewy Body UK 2026: Get ready to join us for an in person to connect\, learn\, and support those affected by Lewy body Dementia. \nGet ready to join us in person gathering all about Lewy body dementia. This event is your chance to connect\, learn\, and share experiences with others who work in Lewy body demenetia research. Expect engaging talks\, experts in the field and plenty of opportunities to network. \nOrganised by Professor Rimona Weil (UCL) & Professor John-Paul Taylor (Newcastle University) \nProgramme coming soon \nSubmit your abstract for our Data Blitz sessions. Selected presentations will be fast-paced presentations for showcasing cutting-edge findings\, innovative methods\, and early-stage results. Submissions are particularly welcome from early career researchers. \nAbstract submission for Data Blitz presentations can be found here: \nLewy Body UK (5 June 2026) Data Blitz Application Form – Fill in form (please email lbddtn@newcastle.ac.uk if you encounter any issues with submitting) \nFull address: \nLecture theatre\, Lower Ground\, 33 Queen Square\, London\, WC1N 3BG \nMore on the Event
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/lewy-body-uk-2026/
LOCATION:33 Queens Square\, Basement Lecture Theatre. 33 Queens Square\, London\, Greater London\, WC1N 3BG\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:ISTAART - Synth Tools for Highly Generalizable AI
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. \nThe Primer Series gives Neuroimaging PIA members a concise introduction to emerging methods — ranging from novel neuroimaging techniques to advanced image analysis and statistics.  Through this webinar series\, researchers will gain practical guidance and methodological tools to support more reproducible\, biologically meaningful AD research. \nSynth Tools for Highly Generalizable AI \nDiscover how our Synth tools generate high-quality segmentations and standardized MRI images across scanners and acquisitions. Learn practical workflows\, key considerations\, and how these tools support robust image analysis in Alzheimer’s disease. \nSpeaker: \n\nJuan Eugenio Iglesias\, Ph.D.; Massachusetts General Hospital & Harvard Medical School\, United States\n\nModerators: \n\nLudovica Griffanti\, Ph.D.; University of Oxford\, United Kingdom\nSamuel Lockhart\, Ph.D.; Perceptive Inc.\, United States\n\nSign up here and join us on Friday\, June 5\, 2026 at 9 a.m. C.T.
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/istaart-synth-tools-for-highly-generalizable-ai/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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