This livestream recording shares everything you need to know about the Race Against Dementia Ignition Fund 2025. The fund offers up to £100,000 for researchers based at UK institutions who are early to mid career and working on dementia treatments or prevention.
What is covered in this session:
- Molly Huggins from Race Against Dementia introduces the Ignition Fund, outlines the application process, and explains what reviewers are looking for
- Dr David Koss from University of Dundee shares his project on cytoplasmic DNA and Lewy body dementia, along with his experience of applying and advice for others
- Dr Aitana Sogorb Esteve from UCL presents her work on biomarkers in frontotemporal dementia and explains how an unexpected result shaped her application
- Live audience Q & A covering eligibility, project scope, budgets, lay summaries, and tips for writing a strong application
Tips for applicants:
1. Focus on a surprising or unexpected result that builds on your current funded work
2. Be clear about how this project is separate from your main programme of research
3. Keep your application brief and focused. There are strict character limits and they include spaces
4. Use plain language in the lay summary. Explain the potential impact clearly
Applications close at 4pm on 12 September 2025
Apply here: https://www.raceagainstdementia.com/research/rad-ignition-fund
📩 Questions: ignitionfund@raceagainstdementia.com
This livestream was hosted by Dementia Researcher, supported in part by funding from Race Against Dementia
Dr Aitana Sogorb Esteve