Conferences
AAIC 2026: Bold approaches to tackling dementia research
Thousands of dementia researchers gathered in London for AAIC 2026 to share the latest developments in dementia research. From more accessible treatments and emerging blood tests to new approaches to prevention, the conference highlighted the progress being made towards earlier diagnosis, better treatments and a brighter future for people affected by dementia.
What Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s researchers can learn from each other
At AD/PD 2026, one message stood out: when researchers share ideas across Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, it could help speed up progress towards better tests, new treatments and a deeper understanding of these diseases.
Our 2026 research conference: a time for collaboration and celebration
Over 700 researchers came together in Manchester for our biggest annual research conference to date. From biomarkers and clinical trial design to the future of dementia prevention, the conversations were wide-ranging, and the buzz in the room has stayed with many of us. The conference opened with a powerful reminder of why this work…
CTAD 2025: Six highlights from the latest clinical trials in Alzheimer’s disease
Dr Leah Mursaleen shares her highlights from 2025’s Clinical Trials in Alzheimer’s Disease conference.
AAIC 2025: The future of Alzheimer’s research is here
By Dr Sheona Scales, Director of Research at Alzheimer’s Research UK This year’s Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC) has been one of the most hopeful in recent memory. Held in Toronto, the event brought together over 19,000 scientists and clinicians from around the world, sharing more than 6,000 talks and projects featuring results and new…
Liverpool conference showcases exciting developments in neuroscience research
Our Head of Research Funding, Dr Jacqui Hanley, shares highlights from the British Neuroscience Association conference
Uniting dementia researchers at the ARUK Research Conference
We join Dr Sheona Scales, Director of Research at Alzheimer’s Research UK, to discuss why the ARUK Research Conference is an unmissable event for the research community and how collaboration is key in the fight against dementia.
“Crucial steps towards a cure” – my four take-homes from the Clinical Trials on Alzheimer’s Disease (CTAD) conference
Our Director of Research Dr Sheona Scales describes her four highlights from this year’s Clinical Trials on Alzheimer’s Disease (CTAD) conference in Madrid.
“We’re making so much progress, yet there is so much still to do for a cure.” – my reflections from AAIC
The Alzheimer’s Association International Conference finished today. On my flight back to the UK, I took some time to reflect on the events.
My reflections on the UK’s largest gathering of dementia researchers
Our new Director of Research looks back on our Research Conference 2024 in Liverpool
