
Alzheimer’s Research UK is the UK’s leading dementia research charity. We are dedicated to diagnosis, prevention, treatment and cure. Backed by our passionate scientists and supporters, we fund and deliver pioneering research. We challenge the way people think about dementia and bring together the people and organisations who can speed up progress. Through research, we will make breakthroughs possible.
We are committed to supporting dementia researchers through a range of funding, collaboration, and career development opportunities.
In January 2022, we launched a new programme dedicated to early career researchers (ECRs). recognising that dementia researchers need to have the tools and opportunities to succeed in an environment where there is strong competition for funding and resources from other fields.
We are working to overcome barriers to long and productive careers in dementia research and to maintain momentum in professional pathways that are typically challenging and vulnerable to loss of talent. Building on our existing initiatives and strong links with the research community, Alzheimer’s Research UK is making a strategic effort to nurture and shape the research leaders of tomorrow.
Details of our ECR grant schemes, events and other opportunities are available through the Early Career Researcher Portal and here on the Dementia Researcher website. Visit our website to learn more about our research and how we support dementia researchers. You can follow us on Twitter @ARUKScientist or contact us at research@alzheimersresearchuk.org
Recent posts
Alzheimer’s Research UK – Jean Corsan Prize
Each year ARUK award The Jean Corsan Prize for the best scientific paper in neurodegeneration published by a PhD or MD/PhD student – submit by 25th Jan
Registration is now open for the ARUK 2023 Conference
Registration is now open for Alzheimer’s Research UK 2023 Conference (14-15 March 2022) – Abstract Deadline 11th January 2023 – Apply Now
Alzheimer’s Research UK 5-Year Research Strategy
Treatment, diagnosis, and prevention are the three priority areas Alzheimer’s Research UK are focusing on to make a difference to the lives of people affected by dementia.
New Paper Highlights Mentoring Success
New paper published in AMRC Open Research details the success of a mentoring scheme established by the ARUK Scotland and UCL Networks
Exploring gender composition of dementia researchers at different stages
New Alzheimer’s Research UK analysis published in AMRC Open Research this week explores gender disparities in dementia researcher careers
How to become a Race Against Dementia Fellow
Recently finished or about to finish your PhD? Watch this livestream recording to hear about Race Against Dementia Fellowships.
The Impact of Dementia on Women
New Alzheimer’s Research UK report shares how women are disproportionately affected across their life – as people and researchers.
Why is Alzheimer’s Research UK piloting narrative CVs?
What you need to know if you’re applying for Alzheimer’s Research UK funding in 2022 – get your narrative CV ready
6 Highlights from the 2022 ARUK Conference
Alzheimer’s Research UK’s annual conference showcased the latest dementia research findings, check out the highlights in this post.
Podcast – ARUK Conference Roundup 2022
This week we have a we have a special podcast recorded during last weeks Alzheimer’s Research UK Conference in Brighton – guest hosted by Dr Katy Bray.
Podcast – Exploring the New Alzheimer’s Research UK ECR Programme
Adam Smith interviews 3 of the people behind the new Alzheimer’s Research UK ECR Programme, to learn more about how they’re increasing their support for ECRs
Alzheimer’s Research UK ECR Strategy
Learn about the new Alzheimer’s Research UK ECR Strategy published in 2022 and how they’re focussing on support across all career stages
Alzheimer’s Research UK launches new ECR Programme
Alzheimer’s Research UK has developed a new programme that consists of refreshing existing activities & developing new support for ECRs.
Podcast – Why grants get funded and why they don’t
Dr Mike Daniels shares insights from his time observing the ARUK Grant Review Board, with top tips for anyone writing a grant application.
How the Alzheimer’s Research UK mentorship scheme helped me
Dr Josie Fullerton discusses her experience of being paired with mentor Dr Ian Harrison, through an innovative ARUK Network mentoring scheme
Guest Blog – Lab Reasearchers guide to PPI
Dr Katy Stubbs highlights how and why Lab-based researchers and can engage the public in their work, and how both will benefit.
How ARUK Makes Funding Decisions
Dr Lauren Walker discovers how Alzheimer’s Research UK donations support the most promising science – behind the veil of the grant review board.
Guest Blog – Don’t just see, observe.
Dr Josie Fullerton shares her insights from behind the scenes of the ARUK grant review board, with helpful tips for writing your next grant application.
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