Last week Dementia Researcher attended the 34th Alzheimer Europe Conference in Geneva, Switzerland. In this podcast Dr Megan Polden her guests bring you highlights from event, sharing news and their best bits from the hundreds of posters and talks delivered.
Dr Megan Polden talks with Dr Aisling Flynn from Bournemouth University, Dr Emma Law from the Scottish Neuroprogressive and Dementia Network and Dr Lukas Duffner from Alzheimer Europe.
Key topics include the use of artificial intelligence in dementia research, the importance of social health and intersectionality, and the need for greater inclusivity and diversity in research. Our guests emphasise the value of involving people with dementia and their caregivers in research and policy-making, and highlight the emotional impact of hearing personal stories from those affected by dementia. The episode underscores the significance of community engagement, meaningful awareness campaigns, and the benefits of face-to-face interactions at conferences - we hope to see you at the conference next year to share tyour work and build valuable connections.
This year’s Alzheimer Europe Conference, titled 'New Horizons – Innovating for Dementia,' gathered a broad spectrum of attendees, including individuals living with dementia, carers, volunteers, staff from Alzheimer associations, policymakers, healthcare professionals, researchers, and academics. The conference continues to serve as a distinctive forum for sharing and discussing the latest developments in scientific research, care strategies, policy-making, and public engagement in dementia.
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