Taking part in research | Alzheimer's Society

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.

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

‘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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

'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.

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.

Respect due: Carers of people with dementia deserve more

Bridget Simmonds has felt let down by many people while supporting her parents.

Sue's story: Supporting research in care homes

Sue Fortescue, who joined the Research Network in 2014, talks about the potential for our volunteers to improve the quality of lives of people with dementia living in care homes working alongside researchers.

Dementia Care Research Summit: A view from the Research Network

Alzheimer's Society is the largest charitable funder of dementia care research. This year, we held the first UK Dementia Care Research Summit alongside the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) and the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC). Sandra Barker, a Research Network volunteer, shares her experience.