Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (ADRC), University of Washington

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The UW Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC) is one of a nationwide network of 30 research resource centers funded by the National Institute on Aging. ADRCs are major sources of discovery into the nature of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias and into the development of more effective approaches to prevention, diagnosis, care, and therapy. The UW ADRC contributes to the development of shared resources that support dementia-relevant research, and coordinates research efforts with other NIH-funded programs and investigators. UW ADRC resources are designed to facilitate and empower related research efforts at UW.

The UW ADRC is closely affiliated with the UW Memory and Brain Wellness Center clinic and links the Seattle community with information and opportunities to participate in studies of Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders (Lewy body dementia, and frontotemporal degeneration, and vascular dementia). Our busy outreach team is influential in promoting strengths-based reframing of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia-friendly communities, and they organize and promote educational public talks and events and research seminars. We support outreach and culturally adapted Alzheimer’s disease programs for Indigenous communities and clinics. Join us!

Director: Dr. Thomas J. Grabowski, MD
Program Manager: Annika Noreen, PhD, PMP

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  MBWC Student Volunteer Izzy Anaya Carmona Awarded Clinical Outcome Based Research Honorable Mention in the Idaho WWAMI Medical Education Research Poster Symposium November 29, 2022
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  Thomas J. Grabowski appointed to Endowed Professorship for Brain Health Innovations November 29, 2022
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  Making Spirits Merry and Bright: A Care Partner’s Approach to Creating Joyful Holidays November 28, 2022
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  Seattle Channel’s CityStream Visits the Memory Hub for Alzheimer’s Awareness Month November 17, 2022
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  The Diversity Within Dementia podcast features local and UW MBWC experts! November 07, 2022
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  Sharing Stories and Resources on Indigenous Peoples’ Day October 10, 2022

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