Real stories Drawing on real-life experiences of dementia to design research Everyone benefits when dementia research is based on people’s lived experiences, and more projects are being designed and developed in true collaboration. 30 November 2021 0
Real stories Our Research Network is looking for more people affected by dementia from all backgrounds After a challenging year, Cherie Nyota, Research Engagement Officer, shares how our Research Network is looking forward to welcoming new volunteers. 30 November 2021 2
News Former Alzheimer's Society Trustee and Ambassador Dr Daphne Wallace passes away We are sad to announce the passing of the much loved former Society Trustee and Ambassador, Dr Daphne Wallace. Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences go out to her husband, Richard, and the loved ones of Daphne. Read more
Research Practical tips for patient and public involvement in biomedical research and why it is worth your time Alzheimer’s Society, Parkinson’s UK and the National Institute for Health Research have worked with both people affected by dementia and researchers to develop a new website. This practical guidance will support biomedical researchers to carry out the best patient and public involvement. 09 December 2020 0
Research ‘I’m just doing my bit to help’ - Rapid testing for coronavirus using saliva Since the pandemic started, it has been important to test as many people as possible for coronavirus. This helps to understand its spread. Fundraiser Sarah talks about a pilot she’s involved in that uses a rapid coronavirus test and has big ambitions. 28 October 2020 2
Research Using smartphones to understand changes to memory and thinking skills Research project: A longitudinal citizen-science study using the Mezurio smartphone app for the detection of preclinical Alzheimer's Disease. Read more
Research Three of our researchers tackling dementia in Black, Asian and other Minority Ethnic communities We shine a spotlight on three researchers, funded by Alzheimer’s Society, who are furthering our understanding of how different ethnic groups and communities are affected by dementia. 25 September 2020 0
Research Is technology the key to living independently? Linda Powell, a dedicated Research Network volunteer, shares her experience of visiting a Digital Health Innovation lab and discusses the potential impact of technology on people affected by dementia. 23 June 2020 0
Real stories Linda’s story: How coronavirus has strengthened my interest in dementia research Linda Steel, who cared for her mother with dementia for many years, shares why the pandemic has heightened her interest in dementia research and how being a Research Network volunteer has given her hope for the future. 23 June 2020 0
Research Our Research Network volunteers supporting dementia researchers - virtually Deb and Karin, both members of our Research Network and former carers, have been working with researchers at Newcastle University. The research team are looking at how best to support people with dementia to keep active in their everyday lives. 23 June 2020 0
Research 'What is health research?' How I helped during the development of this online course Alan Richardson, an Alzheimer’s Society Research Network volunteer for three years, shares how his involvement in the Network has given him the opportunity to work with researchers developing an online course about health research. 23 June 2020 0
Research Monitoring the Scottish Doctoral Training Centre: A Positive Experience Research Network volunteers, Annabella and Kate, were monitors for the Scotland Doctoral Training Centre. Here they share their experience of being involved in the programme. 23 June 2020 0
