Research Updates Summer 2024

Dr Diane O Doherty PhD and Cíara O'Reilly from our Research & Policy Team write about the latest news and developments in dementia research from The Alzheimer Society of Ireland.?

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Launch of Cognitive Stimulation Therapy for People Living with Dementia Report ?

The ASI attended the launch of the report “Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) for People with Dementia: An evaluation of facilitators and barriers to intervention delivery in Ireland” at the National College of Ireland . This research was funded by the Irish Research Council's New Foundations scheme and undertaken by Dr Caoimhe Hannigan and Dr Michelle E. Kelly (D.Psych) , in collaboration with The Alzheimer Society of Ireland. The ASI further supported this project in facilitating the successful recruitment of participants affected by dementia through our TeamUp for Dementia Research service.??

The full report and our press release are available on our website.??

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New Publication: Navigating the future of Alzheimer's care in Ireland?

A new publication exploring the future of Alzheimer’s care in Ireland was published in early June, led by Prof iracema Leroi from Trinity College Dublin . Many experts from the field contributed to this timely piece of work, including The Alzheimer Society of Ireland's Research & Policy Manager Dr Laura O'Philbin Ph.D . It is critical that we understand the impact of new disease modifying therapies for people living with dementia on our healthcare systems in Ireland.?

You can read the article in full HERE.??

TeamUp for Dementia Research Turns 3!??

The TeamUp for Dementia Research service will shortly celebrate its 3rd birthday. In the first six months of the year, TeamUp Members have been offered a huge variety of research projects; from remote focus groups and one-to-one interviews to in-person cognitive stimulation therapy and lab-based research opportunities. Many thanks to all of the TeamUp Members whose commitment to improving dementia research in Ireland has helped the service to grow at an unprecedented rate.??

The TeamUp for Dementia Research service is temporarily at capacity. We are now operating a waiting list for potential new members.??

To learn more about research opportunities relevant to your interests and to join the Waiting List, please click HERE.?

Please note that TUDR continues to support and circulate new research projects. If you are a research professional and are seeking recruitment support, please contact [email protected]?

Upcoming Events: Join Us!??

The ASI will be running a number of dementia research webinars in the early autumn. Keep an eye out for a future research newsletter with a list of topics and presenters!?

Stay Connected?

Follow the ASI's social media channels for the latest updates on our research activities and upcoming events. For more details on the Dementia Research Advisory Team’s work, visit our website.?

Together, let's continue to enhance the lives of those living with dementia through dedicated research and innovation.?

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