Research Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities and dementia research The UK has a diverse and ever changing population. Here we discuss why research focusing on black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) communities is both essential and challenging. 17 May 2019 0
Research Women in dementia research: How Alzheimer’s Society is supporting researchers The number of women working in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) is beginning to increase and the same is true in the field of dementia research. However, there’s still a long way to go before they are equally represented. 17 May 2019 0
Research A new type of dementia: It’s never too LATE An international team of researchers has identified a brain disorder, known as LATE, that mimics the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s Society researcher, Dr Kirsty McAleese shares what this means for dementia research. 15 May 2019 0
Research Our Research Translation programme Our Research Translation programme ensures dementia research findings are brought to the people who need it, when they need it.
Research Spotting the early signs of dementia: What’s the point? There is currently no cure for dementia, so why is early diagnosis so important? We explore why it matters for everyone affected by dementia and why we are supporting research to improve diagnosis. 30 April 2019 3
Research 5 new technologies that could help people with dementia live at home for longer As we announce a new £20 million research centre focusing on innovation in care research, read about five of the new technologies we hope to see developed here. 16 April 2019 18
Research Our Research Vision Through our bold and ambitious approach to research, Alzheimer's Society will transform the lives of everyone affected by dementia.
Research Doctoral Training Centres Alzheimer's Society is funding eight Doctoral Training Centres across the UK to develop the next generation of Dementia Research Leaders.
Research Understanding the benefits of community singing groups for people with dementia Research project: A look into the true benefits and cost effectiveness of community singing for people affected by dementia, through PRESIDE (Pilot Randomised Evaluation of Singing in Dementia)
Research How a clinical psychologist hopes to support dementia carers Ruby Ali-Strayton is a dedicated member of our Research Network with personal experience of caring for a family member with dementia. Ruby visited clinical psychologist, Dr Naoko Kishita, to discuss her research which aims to support carers of people with dementia. 27 March 2019 0
Research A landMARQUE study of agitation and dementia Shirley Nurock, a Research Network volunteer, shares her experience of caring for a loved one with agitation, and the latest from the MARQUE research project. 27 March 2019 0
Research Can I buy supplements to prevent or treat dementia? We examine the truth behind the sale of supplements, vitamins, products and therapies that claim to prevent or treat dementia, or boost memory. 27 March 2019 15
