Tag: Alzheimers Research UK

100,000 people have signed up: be part of the future of dementia research

Stuart Mitchell

In a huge moment for dementia research in the UK: one hundred thousand people have signed up to take part in dementia research studies through Join Dementia Research! This incredible milestone shows just how many people are ready to make a difference when they know how to get involved. It’s a powerful reminder that research brings hope. Because of people who volunteer to take part in research studies, people affected by dementia in the future won’t face the same heartbreak as they do today. But scientists still need more volunteers.…

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Alzheimer’s Research UK and Gates Ventures launch global fund to tackle the roadblocks in dementia research preventing progress

Stuart Mitchell

Alzheimer’s Research UK and Gates Ventures have recently established the Dementia Frontiers Fund, a bold new multi-million pound global initiative designed to address the most complex and urgent questions holding back progress in dementia research. Dementia research is building momentum If nothing changes, one in two people will face dementia in their lifetime, either by developing the condition, caring for someone affected, or both. We’ve seen huge progress in recent years in dementia research – from the first treatments that can slow down the decline of memory and thinking for…

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Alzheimer’s Research UK awards record £6.7 million to researchers

Stuart Mitchell

This spring, Alzheimer’s Research UK awarded an incredible £6.7million to 45 cutting-edge research projects – the largest amount we’ve ever committed in a single round of funding. It’s a powerful reflection of the growing momentum in dementia research and our commitment to invest in the most promising ideas in order to find a cure for dementia.  If you’d like to learn more about the research we fund, you can find out here.  Investing in the future leaders of dementia research  At Alzheimer’s Research UK, we know that tomorrow’s breakthroughs depend…

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Seth Rogen & Lauren Miller Rogen share experience of Alzheimer’s in film

Stuart Mitchell

Alzheimer’s Research UK is proud to be supporting the UK launch of the documentary Taking Care in which Hollywood stars Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller Rogen share their experience of Alzheimer’s disease. Directed and produced by award-winning filmmaker James Keach, Taking Care is a 38-minute documentary following the journey of Seth and Lauren as they navigate the complexities and heartbreak of Lauren’s mother’s young onset Alzheimer’s disease. Lauren’s mum, Adele, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s aged just 55. She died in 2020. Through humour, heart, and an unwavering commitment to change,…

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Dobbies celebrates new partnership with Alzheimer’s Research UK

Stuart Mitchell

Almost one million people are living with dementia in the UK, putting precious memories and lives at risk. Together, Dobbies and Alzheimer’s Research UK will highlight the benefits of gardening to help protect brain health and reduce the risk of developing dementia. As part of this new national partnership, Dobbies joins the charity’s Think Brain Health campaign as a partner. Think Brain Health aims to educate and empower the public about the steps they can take to look after their brain health and help reduce dementia risk. It is based…

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