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Making data analysis training accessible. Everywhere.
We’ve just finished the latest of our online data analyst training events with 48 researchers completing our 5-day Advanced Data Academy. It takes the number of people who’ve been trained by DPUK to well over 300. I believe this is essential work for us to do... helping grow the number of researchers all over the world using human data for dementia research and studies.
A positive buzz in Geneva at Alzheimer Europe 2024
On the shores of Lac Leman, Alzheimer Europe held its 34th Conference this month. During this busy event, current dementia research and the voices of people living with dementia were showcased at a packed gathering. We asked Dr Patrick Pflanz to share his own highlights and reflect on trends which emerged.
Action on a Global scale: International Collaboration in Dementia Research
Sarah Bauermeister, Associate Professor of Cognitive Neuropsychology, Senior Scientist & Senior Data Manager Dementias Platform UK gives an account of her recent visit to the Korea Brain Research Institute (KBRI) and the unveiling of a new Joint Research Centre that will facilitate collaboration with DPUK in dementia research.
Breathing the same air matters for scientists. Looking forward to Translation 2024
A short clip of Professor Simon Thompson explaining why Translation 2024 is important for dementia researchers involved with big data, delivering trials and undertaking experimental medicine.
DPUK's NTAD study finds MEG brain scanners are very sensitive to Alzheimer's disease
Juliette Lanksey at the University of Cambridge is part of the team that has recently completed the New Therapeutics in Alzheimer's Disease study (NTAD) as part of the Experimental Medicine Hub.
What are biomarkers and why are they important in dementia research?
Recent advances in blood-based biomarkers have led to headlines about potential blood tests for diseases such as Alzheimer’s. In this blog post, we explore how researchers can use biomarkers to see dementia-related changes in the brain, track disease onset and progression, and test the effectiveness of promising drugs and potential treatments.
Insights from OHBM 2023 with Gaurav Bhalerao, Our Postdoctoral Researcher
Last month, our Post doc researcher, Gaurav Vivek Bhalerao , attended the Human Brain Mapping 29th Annual Meeting, Montreal, Canada (22-26 July 2023). We sit down with Gaurav to chat about his journey and story and what insights he'd like to share with us.
New study: Estimating the association between Facebook adoption and well-being in 72 countries
A new study published in the Royal Society Open Science journal, researchers delved into the complex relationship between Facebook adoption and well-being across 72 countries.
DPUK at AAIC 2023 - A Week of Collaboration and Inspiration
In this blog post, we highlight the participation of Dementias Platform UK (DPUK) at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference (AAIC) 2023! From fostering collaboration at the Networking & Neuroscience event to sharing about our transformative projects.
Datathon 2023: A Journey Towards New Insights
This year's Datathon focused on Cognitive Assessment Tools, offering participants a unique opportunity to study diverse datasets and uncover the relationship between cognitive tests and data analysis possibilities.
Exploring Great Minds
In this enlightening blog post, we delve into the world of the Great Minds initiative, a valuable resource for dementia research. Dr. Ivan Koychev shares his insights about this project.
Art workshops find beautiful brains
How art workshops have engaged African and Caribbean communities about how awesome the brain can be - even as we age.
Translation 2023 - Watch the speakers online, on demand!
We have already announced the dates for Translation 2024, but you can still watch the key speakers from our inaugural conference featuring sessions on Data, Experimental Medicine and Trials Delivery. Read about the event and watch recordings of the speakers our YouTube channel.
Data curation in scientific research: how does data curation work at DPUK?
Discover how DPUK uses data curation to make information accessed via our Data Portal efficient for researchers studying dementia.
In conversation: Postdoctoral researcher Gaurav Bhalerao talks about the significance of neuroimaging studies
Gaurav Bhalerao is a postdoctoral researcher currently working in the Dementias Platform UK (DPUK) project. His research interests include neuroimaging in psychiatry, machine learning, and computational modelling of brain stimulation. In this one-on-one discussion, he takes time to go into greater depth on specific aspects of his research work in imaging studies.
Exercise alters brain chemistry and prevents dementia - here’s how
We’ve all heard that exercise is good for us, mainly how it strengthens our body and helps us prevent diseases. But many people don’t know about the other important benefits of exercise – that it can help in reducing ageing too.
We did it! Team DPUK hikes 26 miles for dementia research
On Saturday 24 September 2022, five members of team DPUK hiked 26 miles in the Peak District to raise money for Alzheimer's Research UK.