Dementia is not a disease in itself. Dementia is a word used to describe a group of symptoms that occur when brain cells stop working properly.
You might have general questions about the diagnosis or symptoms of dementia. Perhaps you’re interested in the treatments currently available, or the risk factors for developing the condition. You will find the answers in these pages.
Our website ‘Dementia Explained’ helps children and teenagers understand dementia, how it affects someone and how this could impact their lives.
The facts and statistics around dementia in the UK, including prevalence, the impact on the economy and investment.
You can view, download and order our dementia information booklets and other resources.
Alzheimer’s Research UK firmly believes in the power of research to create a world free from the fear, harm and heartbreak of dementia.
We believe in the power of research to change the future.
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ProjectsYou may have questions about the kinds of research we fund and why.
For every £1 donated, 84p powers our research and helps people to understand and fight dementia. The remaining 16p raises our next £1 and funds essential running costs.
Without you, there would be no Alzheimer’s Research UK. Together, we really do have the power to defeat dementia.
Volunteers are a vital force in our efforts to defeat dementia.
Together we can make sure dementia remains a national priority
The only way will defeat dementia is by working together. We are extremely grateful to our partners for their support.
100% of profits from our online shop will help fund our pioneering research into prevention, treatment and a cure for dementia.
We’re here to help you. Please get in contact with us if you have a query about any aspect of our work.
We’re joining forces with Alzheimer’s Society for a year-long campaign as Charity of the Year for the Virgin Money London Marathon 2019. Join the Dementia Revolution and help end dementia with research!
We have built a reputation as a flexible and responsive funder, committed to supporting the best and most innovative ideas from across the field.
We have a wide range of funding streams that support work on prevention, diagnosis and treatments.
Find out more about experimental resources available, research guidelines and conference opportunities throughout the world.
The Alzheimer’s Research UK Research Network is a unique, collaborative venture in the dementia research community.
Be the first to hear announcements about Alzheimer's Research UK's 2019 conference in Harrogate.
Read more about 'Register your interest for our 2019 Research Conference'
Our vision is a world where people are free from the fear, harm and heartbreak of dementia.
Our scientists have been behind some of the biggest breakthroughs in dementia research.
We develop policy.
Alzheimer’s Research UK is a company limited by guarantee and a registered charity. We are governed by a Board of Trustees, the Charity’s board of directors.
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Annual reports Our promise to you Our scientific advisors Our senior team Our President Our trusteesOur supporters are one of our greatest strengths.
Find out what is going on in the world of dementia and Alzheimer's disease research with our news articles, blog posts and press information.
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Alzheimer’s Research UK is working tirelessly to defeat dementia, but it takes more than a single organisation to tackle a challenge this big. That’s why we work to ensure dementia is at the top of the political agenda, bringing together policymakers and other influential organisations who make a vital contribution to the fight against the condition.
We work with the UK government to campaign on dementia research issues that affect our scientists and supporters.
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Our reports provide the evidence that we, and other organisations across the globe, need to campaign for dementia research.
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Find out our position on issues affecting dementia research and people living with the condition.
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Consultations and inquiries from government bodies offer an important opportunity to influence future policy and keep dementia research on the agenda. Read our full responses to recent consultations.
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