The UK Dementia Research Institute at Cardiff University and at all its centers across the UK stands at the pinnacle of scientific exploration, tackling the complexities of Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, and various forms of dementia. Working day and night their dedicated researchers are unlocking the mysteries behind these conditions, striving for breakthroughs that promise a brighter future.
If you missed this exclusive livestream (first broadcast on the 13th June 2024) catch-up now for a a rare glimpse into the heart of the labs and the minds of the experts. They share insights into their groundbreaking work, explain its significance, and illustrate how it paves the way for advancements in dementia diagnosis and treatments. This behind-the-scenes access not only highlights the importance of their work but also the critical role of public and charitable support that makes it all possible.
This special broadcast is in support of Alzheimer’s Research UK and features talks from a range of researchers from the UK Dementia Research Institute and including Professor Julie Williams, Professor Caleb Webber, Professor Paul Morgan
Embark on this journey and join us for this livestream. It’s an opportunity to stand with the researchers working tirelessly to demystify dementia, improve patient care, and accelerate our quest towards a cure. Together, we can forge a world that better understands dementia, treats people living with the disease with the compassion they deserve, and ultimately finds a cure.
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00:00:00 Introduction
00:06:31 Chatting with Sue Strachan, Alzheimer’s Research UK Ambassador
00:37:51 Meet the Professors – Julie Williams, Caleb Webber and Paul Morgan
01:49:28 Find out about the Smart Home MINDER Study
02:20:48 Meet the PhD Students – Sophie Sanford and Sophie Keeling
02:55:34 In the lab with Dr Elena Simonazzi
03:01:02 In the lab with Dr Nikoleta Daskoulidou
03:04:16 In the lab with Dr Mateus Bernardo Harrington
03:08:05 Skydive Teaser
03:12:23 Taking the MoCA Cognitive Assessment
03:36:48 Meet the Skydivers and learn about their work
03:46:11 In the lab with Johanna-Katharina Maninger
03:51:14 In the lab with Lucie Tkacova
03:56:32 In the lab with Peta Greer
04:06:29 The BIG Skydive Film
04:20:32 Thankyou’s, roundup and goodbyes
Dr Kamar Ameen-Ali
