All the events here are relevant to people working in dementia research. If you would like to add your own you can submit an event
Week of Events
Mendelian Randomisation Training Course
Three day Mendelian randomisation course at UCL, 15 to 17 September 2026. Learn theory, tools and hands on methods to design and interpret MR studies.
Introduction to Deep Learning – Online
Learn deep learning basics in this hands-on course for researchers, covering Keras, neural networks, model training and real-world use.
1st German Fish Model Research Meeting
Join the inaugural German Fish Model Research Meeting, uniting global researchers to share advances, build collaborations, and explore fish as model organisms.
NIHR School for Social Care Research Annual Conference
NIHR SSCR Annual Conference 16 to 17 September 2026, Bristol. Collaboration, connection and community. Call for abstracts open until 30 April.
Genomics of Brain Disorders
Explore how genomics is transforming our understanding and treatment of brain disorders at this international conference. Register by 18 August.
The 2026 National Alzheimer’s Virtual Summit
Join the 2026 National Alzheimer’s Virtual Summit, 16–17 September, exploring policy advocacy for every generation. More details coming soon.
Alzheimer’s Society Annual Conference
Alzheimer’s Society Annual Conference 2026 takes place on 17 September, bringing leaders, researchers and lived experience voices together on dementia care.
Bridges Dementia Network+ Annual Conference
Bridges Dementia Network+ Annual Conference
Join BRIDGES for Dementia Network+ to explore co-designed technologies supporting independence, connection and everyday life with dementia.
An Introduction to Fluid Biomarkers in Frontotemporal Dementia
An Introduction to Fluid Biomarkers in Frontotemporal Dementia
Join the ON-FIRE webinar on 15 September as Prof Charlotte Teunissen introduces fluid biomarkers in FTD and their clinical and research applications.
Featured Research Showcase – Mapping Brain Ageing with Multimodal Imaging
Research Showcase – Mapping Brain Ageing with Multimodal Imaging
16th September - Dr Lily Cheng shares how multimodal brain imaging and data fusion reveal patterns underlying brain ageing and Alzheimer's disease.
UCL200 Dementia Research Showcase
UCL200 Dementia Research Showcase
UCL200 Dementia Research Showcase - Watch BBC documentary Jennings vs Alzheimer’s at UCL200, followed by a Q&A with Stuart Jennings, Nick Fox and Cath Mummery.
inside open science
inside open science
Explore the Allen Institute on 19 September, tour the labs, meet scientists and discover how its open science research is shaping scientific discovery.