Alzheimer's Disease Research News

This innovative meeting hosted by BrightFocus Foundation bridges cutting-edge science, mentorship, and community building for early-career researchers.

Watch a conversation inspired by the documentary film Taking Care and the latest research in Alzheimer’s therapies.

In this issue: A Blood Test That Could Personalize Alzheimer’s Care • Researcher Spotlight: Hannah Ennerfelt, PhD • The Healing Power of Pets • And more!

BrightFocus Foundation’s VP of Scientific Affairs helped set national research priorities at the federal Alzheimer’s Disease-Related Dementias Summit, influencing how billions in NIH funding will advance dementia research and care.

During World Alzheimer’s Month, Alzheimer’s Disease Research grantee Dr. Keith Hengen joined BrightFocus’ Dr. Sharyn Rossi on Instagram Live to talk brain health—how the brain functions, why quality sleep matters, and tips to keep your brain healthy.

A BrightFocus Alzheimer’s Disease Research-funded scientist is investigating how “jumping genes” may fuel brain inflammation in Alzheimer’s—and whether blocking them could prevent or slow dementia.