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SUMMARY:Person-centred innovations in dementia
DESCRIPTION:“Person-centred innovations in dementia” Next AGENET free online Seminar! \nThis event will take place online on: 19th May 2026 at 12:30pm – 2:00pm.  \nThe event will be chaired by Dr Steven Owen\, Research Fellow\, Centre for Research in Public Health and Community Care (CRIPACC)\, in the School of Health\, Medicine & Life Sciences\, University of Hertfordshire. \nSpeakers include: \n\nAdam Thapar\, Age UK Hertfordshire\, and Dr Idil Hassan\, Public Health Hertfordshire County Council “Music in Herts Dementia Care: using the Power of Music to transform dementia care”  \nMina Aghaei Dual award PhD Candidate\, Western Sydney University\, MARCS Institute for Brain\, Behaviour and Development\, University of Hertfordshire\, CRIPACC\, in the School of Health\, Medicine and Life Sciences. “ Innovation in Dementia Care: Stakeholder Perspectives on AI‑Enhanced Assistive Technology “\nAndy Hall: Head of Impact and Evaluation\, CW+. “ Bringing participatory arts to hospital patients: the CW+ Arts for All programme“\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/person-centred-innovations-in-dementia/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260605T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260605T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T204852
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T204852
CREATED:20260415T142807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T142807Z
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SUMMARY:ISTAART - MRI Assessment of Myelin & Iron Change in AD
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. \nThis webinar covers the core concepts of Chi-separation MRI for assessing myelin and iron. We will explore real-world applications and provide a practical guide to using our toolbox to process your neuroimaging data. \nSpeaker: \n\nJongho Lee\, Ph.D.; Laboratory for Imaging Science and Technology (LIST)\, Seoul National University\, Republic of Korea\n\nModerators: \n\nMichael Ewers\, Ph.D.; Institute for Stroke and Dementia Research\, University Hospital\, Ludwig Maximilian University\, Munich\, Germany\nSamuel N. Lockhart\, Ph.D.; Perceptive Inc.\, United States\n\nSign up here and join us on Monday\, June 22\, 2026 at 10 a.m. C.T.
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/istaart-mri-assessment-of-myelin-iron-change-in-ad/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260601T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260601T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T204852
CREATED:20260419T191941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T191941Z
UID:10002193-1780318800-1780322400@www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T173000
DTSTAMP:20260501T204852
CREATED:20260420T100945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T100945Z
UID:10002195-1780504200-1780507800@www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk
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:20260519T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T204852
CREATED:20260420T122348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T122348Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar - Autism and young onset dementia
DESCRIPTION:The Young Dementia Network webinar on Tuesday 19th May 2026 at 12.30-1.30pm will explore the experiences of autistic people when accessing dementia healthcare\, highlighting some of the barriers they may encounter and the importance of making services more accessible and inclusive. \nIt will outline the work being undertaken at Dementia UK to develop clear\, accessible information and resources for both the autistic community and healthcare professionals\, with the aim of improving understanding\, communication and support. \nIt will also examine the complex relationship between autism and young onset dementia. In particular\, it will consider how certain characteristics commonly associated with autism\, such as differences in communication\, behaviour and sensory processing\, may sometimes be misunderstood or misattributed as signs of young onset dementia. We will discuss how these overlaps can contribute to confusion in assessment and diagnosis\, and why greater awareness among healthcare professionals is essential. \nPresenters at the webinar include Ryan Gray\, Research Assistant at Dementia UK\, who leads on the young onset dementia strand of its 2023-2026 strategy and Gavin Stewart PhD\, a senior postdoctoral research fellow at King’s College London. Gavin is an expert in autism and ageing and his research takes a multifaceted approach to explore the life experiences of autistic people across adulthood and as they age. \nLou shares her lived experience as an autistic carer for her mum with dementia\, her difficulties in navigating services and her Mum’s transition into a care home. \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/webinar-autism-and-young-onset-dementia/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dementia UK":MAILTO:info@dementiauk.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T204852
CREATED:20260422T224029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T224029Z
UID:10002201-1780419600-1780423200@www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260611T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260611T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T204852
CREATED:20260423T143220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T143220Z
UID:10002204-1781197200-1781200800@www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Neurophysiology Mentoring Club with Vesna Jelic
DESCRIPTION:Join the ISTAART Neurophysiology Professional Interest Area (PIA) for an informal mentoring session featuring Vesna Jelic. Vesna will reflect on her career in the neurophysiology of dementia\, sharing insights from early research through to current perspectives\, and offering thoughts on where the field should head next. \nISTAART Neuroscience Mentoring Clubs are relaxed\, confidential virtual meetings designed to bring together researchers at all career stages. These sessions are not recorded\, creating space for open discussion\, honest questions\, and meaningful exchange. The aim is to encourage mentorship\, spark collaboration\, and connect members from across the global research community. \nSpeaker \n\nVesna Jelic\, Karolinska Institute\, Sweden\n\nSession Champions \n\nAbdulhakim Al-Ezzi\, Huntington Medical Research Institutes\, United States\nIlayda Kiyi-Atilla\, Dokuz Eylul University\, Turkey\n\nModerators \n\nXianghong Arakaki\, Huntington Medical Research Institutes\, United States\nFernando Maestú\, Complutense University of Madrid\, Spain\n\nWhat to Expect \n\nCareer reflections from a leading neurophysiology researcher\nDiscussion on the evolution of dementia research\nOpen conversation in a supportive\, off record setting\nOpportunities to connect with peers and mentors\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/neurophysiology-mentoring-club-with-vesna-jelic/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T204852
CREATED:20260423T160716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T160716Z
UID:10002205-1781611200-1781614800@www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk
SUMMARY:An Introduction to Alzheimer's Research UK Grants
DESCRIPTION:Navigate Alzheimer’s Research UK funding with clarity and confidence in this practical\, insight-led webinar for prospective applicants. \nIn this webinar\, hear from Seth Staley\, Senior Research Funding Manager\, and Eve Chapman\, Research Grants Manager\, as they provide an overview of our grants and share actionable tips to support your application. This is also a great opportunity to hear what’s new regarding funding at Alzheimer’s Research UK. \nIdeal for those planning an application this year or simply looking to better understand Alzheimer’s Research UK funding. \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/an-introduction-to-alzheimers-research-uk-grants/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T204852
CREATED:20260427T143014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T143014Z
UID:10002208-1778594400-1778599800@www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Experience as Expertise: Collaborative Research in Dementia
DESCRIPTION:Dementia UK is hosting a research webinar exploring how people with lived experience can be meaningfully involved throughout dementia research. \nThe session will highlight how collaboration between researchers\, Dementia UK’s Lived Experience Advisory Panel and Admiral Nurses can support richer research and help lay the foundations for better dementia care. \nSpeakers include Katya Sion\, Assistant Professor at Maastricht University\, George Rook\, Chair of Dementia UK’s Lived Experience Advisory Panel\, and Admiral Nurses Fran Mada and Sophie Dodsworth\, who work in young onset dementia. \nThis webinar is open to anyone interested in collaborative research\, lived experience involvement\, and the future of dementia research and care. \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/experience-as-expertise-collaborative-research-in-dementia/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dementia UK":MAILTO:info@dementiauk.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T204852
CREATED:20260428T131843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T131843Z
UID:10002210-1778754600-1778760000@www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Good practice around PPIE
DESCRIPTION:Good practice around PPIE (Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement) and co-production- perspectives of people with lived experience of dementia \nHear from people with dementia and carers about how they want to be involved in research. Get ideas about how to build them into your research. Learn about the approaches that work and feel the best. Consider some of the complexities of involvement. \nA conversation based workshop which informs and inspires. \nAims and objectives \n\nLearn about what people with dementia and carers mean by PPIE and co-production\nConsider how PPIE and co-production might relate to technology and the different themes of BRIDGES\nDemonstrate and discuss best practice techniques to support the involvement of people with lived experience of dementia in research\nEnable participants to critically consider issues that might arise when working with people with dementia and carers\, together or separately\n\nWhat attendees will get out of it \n\nClear guidelines around PPIE and co-production in dementia research\nOpportunity to hear directly from people with dementia and carers\nIdeas about how to write about your approach to PPIE and co-production in any application you make to BRIDGES or other funding bodies for research funding\nEvidence of knowledge and engagement with lived experience that can be shared when applying to BRIDGES for research funding.\nFurther information about the ECR Masterclass programme taking place over summer 2026\n\n  \nTarget audience \n\nEarly career researchers (PDRAs\, PhDs\, Fellows or junior academics)\nThose new to involving people with dementia and carers in research\nThose considering applying to BRIDGES for research funding\n\nParticipation requirements & logistics \n\nDuration: 1.5 hours.\n\n\nCameras OFF required please for the duration of the presentation by people with dementia and carers; you will be invited to turn your camera on nearer to the end for Q&A\nTo find out more about our delivery partner\, please visit the Innovations In Dementia website.
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/good-practice-around-ppie/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260608T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260608T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T204853
CREATED:20260428T214958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T214958Z
UID:10002212-1780938000-1780941600@www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Biomarker Reliability in Clinical Practice
DESCRIPTION:Join the ISTAART Biofluid Based Biomarkers & Neuropsychiatric Syndromes Professional Interest Areas (PIAs) webinar on improving biomarker accuracy in Alzheimer’s disease. \nDr Benina will discuss p-tau217/Aβ42 assay challenges and solutions\, followed by Prof Zetterberg and Dr Andreasson to underscore the importance of QC and standardization methods.Attend to gain expert insights into the latest challenges\, solutions\, and global efforts ensuring the accuracy and reliability of Alzheimer’s disease biomarker testing in clinical practice. \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/biomarker-reliability-in-clinical-practice/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260610T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260610T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T204853
CREATED:20260428T220759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T220759Z
UID:10002213-1781114400-1781118000@www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Sex Differences in Neuropsychiatric Syndromes
DESCRIPTION:ISTAART Biofluid Based Biomarkers & Neuropsychiatric Syndromes PIAs webinar exploring Sex Differences. \nSex differences may affect biomarkers and pharmacological response in neuropsychiatric syndromes. This webinar will discuss such features and how to assess them. Speakers: Wyllians Vendramini Borelli\, Marc Cantillon Moderators: Zahinoor Ismail\, Fabricio Ferreira de Oliveira \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/sex-differences-in-neuropsychiatric-syndromes/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T204853
CREATED:20260429T094205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T094205Z
UID:10002214-1777910400-1777914000@www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Ultra Processed Foods and Health Outcomes
DESCRIPTION:How do ultra processed foods affect health\, and what does the latest research tell us about their wider impact? \nThis webinar\, shared by the ISTAART Nutrition\, Metabolism and Dementia Professional Interest Area\, brings together leading experts to explore the current state of research on ultra processed foods and their links to health outcomes. The session will also examine how this evidence can inform policy\, clinical practice\, and approaches to addressing health inequalities. \nHosted by the National Institutes of Health\, the webinar will provide an overview of emerging findings and highlight key considerations for researchers\, practitioners\, and policymakers. \nSpeakers:Jerold Mande\, M.P.H.Josiemer Mattei\, Ph.D.\, M.P.H.\, M.S.Lauren O’Connor\, Ph.D.\, M.P.H. \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/ultra-processed-foods-and-health-outcomes/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260601T092500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260601T163000
DTSTAMP:20260501T204853
CREATED:20260429T094914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T094914Z
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SUMMARY:How to write your Methodology Chapter
DESCRIPTION:This NCRM online workshop aims to give participants a range of practical approaches they can adopt when writing about methodology in the social sciences\, with a particular focus on writing a PhD methodology chapter. \nUsing a range of exercises throughout\, the course focuses on 20 or so writing strategies and thought experiments designed to provide more clarity and power to the often-difficult challenge of writing about methods. The course also looks at common mistakes and how to avoid them when writing about methods. The focus throughout is on building confidence and increasing our repertoire of writing strategies and skills. \nThe course covers: \n\nA range of practical writing strategies for handling methodology\nThe challenges of writing a PhD methodology chapter or a methods section in a research paper\nWriting for qualitative and quantitative research approaches\nUnderstanding different audiences and the needs of different academic markets\n\nBy the end of the course participants will: \n\nBetter understand who and what ‘methodology writing’ is for\nKnow the differences and similarities between PhD methods chapters\, research paper methods sections and methods books\nUnderstand and reflect on 20+ principles (or starting points) of best practice in methodology writing\nFocus writing on audience needs and expectations\nBe aware of common mistakes and misunderstandings and so avoid them\nReflect on the relationship between methodology writing and other parts of your manuscript\nTo develop learning and best practice through exercises and examples\n\nThis course is aimed at PhD students\, post-docs and junior researchers in the social sciences working on their doctoral theses or supervising doctoral students. \nProgramme: \n09:25 – Log in to zoom \n09:30 – Seminar \n11:00 – Tea/Coffee Break \n12:30 – Close of Seminar \n13:30-15:30 – Time devoted to workbook exercises offline \n15:30-16:30 – Q&A and exercise feedback with Patrick \nCost: \nThe fee per teaching day is: £60 per day for registered students at any University / £150 per day for staff at academic institutions\, Research Councils researchers\, public sector staff\, staff at registered charity organisations and recognised research institutions / £350 per day for all other participants. \nIn the event of cancellation by the delegate a full refund of the course fee is available up to two weeks prior to the course. No refunds are available after this date. If it is no longer possible to run a course due to circumstances beyond its control\, NCRM reserves the right to cancel the course at its sole discretion at any time prior to the event. In this event every effort will be made to reschedule the course. If this is not possible or the new date is inconvenient a full refund of the course fee will be given. NCRM shall not be liable for any costs\, losses or expenses that may be incurred as a result of the cancellation of a course. The University of Southampton’s Online Store T&Cs also continue to apply. \n\nRegister for this course
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/how-to-write-your-methodology-chapter-2/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260612T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260612T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T204853
CREATED:20260429T211917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T211917Z
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SUMMARY:ISTAART Meet the Author: Carotenoids\, APOE ε4 and Cognitive Decline
DESCRIPTION:Join the Nutrition\, Metabolism and Dementia PIA for an ISTAART Journal Club session exploring findings from the MIND trial on the relationship between carotenoids\, APOE ε4 status and cognitive decline. \nXiaoran Liu from Rush University Medical Center will present the paper\, Apolipoprotein E ε4 dependent associations between carotenoids and cognitive decline: Findings from the MIND randomized controlled trial. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A with authors Lisa L. Barnes and Klodian Dhana\, also from Rush University Medical Center. \nThe session will be moderated by Debora Melo van Lent from the Glenn Biggs Institute\, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. \nThis event will be of interest to researchers working in nutrition\, metabolism\, brain health\, dementia prevention\, cognitive ageing and Alzheimer’s disease. \nDate and time: Friday 12 June 2026\, 4.00 pm London timeFormat: Online journal clubSpeakers: Xiaoran Liu\, Lisa L. Barnes and Klodian DhanaModerator: Debora Melo van Lent \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/istaart-meet-the-author-carotenoids-apoe-%ce%b54-and-cognitive-decline/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260615T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260615T180000
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SUMMARY:ISTAART Meet the Author: Gut Microbiome in Alzheimer’s Disease
DESCRIPTION:Join the Nutrition\, Metabolism and Dementia PIA for a webinar exploring how the gut microbiome and metabolomics may influence brain health\, cognitive ageing and Alzheimer’s disease risk. \nNatalia Palacios from the University of Massachusetts Lowell will discuss current research on the links between the microbiome\, inflammation\, metabolism and genetic factors such as APOE. \nThe session will be moderated by Vyshnavy Balendra from Saint James School of Medicine. \nThis webinar will be of interest to researchers working in nutrition\, metabolism\, dementia prevention\, Alzheimer’s disease\, cognitive ageing and brain health. \nDate and time: Monday 15 June 2026\, 11.00 am CTFormat: Online webinarSpeaker: Natalia PalaciosModerator: Vyshnavy Balendra \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/istaart-meet-the-author-gut-microbiome-in-alzheimers-disease/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260511T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260511T143000
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SUMMARY:Critical phenomenology\, motivated possibilities\, and anticipatory predicaments at older age
DESCRIPTION:Phenomenology of Dementia and Aging Network series – Monday\, May 11\, 2026\, from 14:00 to 15:30 CET (online via Zoom). \nThis time we are delighted to welcome Dr Jessie Stanier (UWE Bristol) who will present a talk entitled: \n“Critical phenomenology\, motivated possibilities\, and anticipatory predicaments at older age”. \nDr Jessie Stanier is Senior Lecturer in Philosophy at UWE Bristol (UK)\, with research specialisms in critical and feminist phenomenology\, age studies\, medical humanities\, and engaged methods. She is on the Executive Committee of the British Society of Phenomenology and is Associate Editor at Future Humanities. Her work has been funded by the Wellcome Trust and AHRC\, and has been published in the Phenomenology & Mind\, Puncta: Journal of Critical Phenomenology\, Journal of the British Society for Phenomenology\, Frontiers in Pain Research\, and the Patient Experience Journal. \nAs always\, everyone is welcome—please feel free to share this invitation with interested colleagues and networks. Please do not post the link on social media. \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/critical-phenomenology-motivated-possibilities-and-anticipatory-predicaments-at-older-age/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T204853
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SUMMARY:Imaging Data Harmonisation
DESCRIPTION:Following the success of our ‘Connecting Expertise: Imaging Data’ webinar in March\, HDR UK Wales invites you to a focused\, one-hour session dedicated to turning ideas into action. \nMeeting Focus \nThe session will provide the opportunity to explore how we can enable federated analysis for disease identification and progression across nations. We will specifically look at potential collaboration strategies for funding opportunities\, including: \n\nAdvancing AI-driven diagnostics: Focusing on brain imaging\, foetal ultrasounds\, and more.\nDeveloping collaborative grant applications. Including Large-Scale Pilots of AI and GenAI for Medical Imaging | Shaping Europe’s digital future and MRC: partnership grant: applicant-led – UKRI.\nScaling imaging research across the UK and Europe.\n\nWho Should Attend? \nWhether you attended our previous webinar or are a researcher\, clinician\, PhD student\, or data scientist new to the network\, we want your expertise. \nAttendees are encouraged to come prepared to briefly discuss their ongoing imaging work or potential project proposals. \n\nDate: Thursday 21st May 2026\nTime: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM\nLocation: Online (MS Teams) \nClick here for the link to join the webinar\n*We will send a reminder email to all registered attendees one day before the webinar with a link to join.
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/imaging-data-harmonisation/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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