Memory and Brain Wellness Center, UW Medicine, University of Washington
Promoting the well-being of those living with memory loss and their families.
Exceptional care. Innovative research. Community transformation.
Featured Stories
Busting Myths about Alzheimer’s Treatments and Diets
Clinical researchers address pseudoscientific medical claims and dish out evidence-based common sense about lifestyle changes to improve brain health.
Building Bridges with the African American Alzheimer’s Community: Lessons from a National Institute on Aging workshop
Inspired by lessons from last fall's WU Knight ADRC workshop on research participation strategies, our team looked at the challenges that hinder African American participation in brain health research and the work being done to affect the health outcomes of underserved populations.
Highlights of the MODEL-AD Symposium: TDP-43, Resilience, Stem Cells, Protective Genes and More
ADRC talks spanned human cell models of sporadic Alzheimer's disease, protective genes against dementia, human resilience, machine learning, and the newly recognized role of TDP-43 protein in dementia in older adults.
Featured Publications of Spring 2019
Read about current research findings from the UW Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, spanning subjects in neurology, precision medicine, genetic risk, and vascular brain health.
Bridging the Gaps in Asian American Dementia Care
Researchers explore the complex challenges facing Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in accessing and using dementia healthcare services.
Spotlight
A History of Huntington’s Disease and Beyond: An Interview with Dr. Tom Bird
History News Network interviews UW Medicine's Dr. Tom Bird, a medical pioneer in Huntington's disease, an inherited neurodegenerative condition. Dr. Bird talks about his new book Can You Help Me?, medical ethics, clinical compassion, and many intriguing patient stories.
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