The report has a particular focus on the intersection between technology and the needs of older adults with chronic, age-related conditions including dementia.

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A new study at the intersection of genetic sequencing technology and human brain evolution reveals the workings of a repeat expansion linked to ALS risk, for the first time.

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At Town Hall Seattle's latest event in the Arno G. Motulsky Science Series, Dr. Carrillo highlighted of the most significant reports out of the recent virtual AAIC, the world's largest forum in dementia science.

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Join the Pacific Northwest HD community on Zoom for an exciting, free virtual line-up of presentations filled with information, support, and hope for HD patients and family members on Sat. Oct. 10 from 9am - 2pm.

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At AAIC 2020, an international group of researchers announced new additions to an authoritative list of dementia risk factors. Eric B. Larson, MD, MPH, ADRC Associate Director and Senior Investigator at Kaiser Permanente WA Health Research Institute gives his perspective on the growing knowledge about preventative risk factors and prevention strategies in early, mid, and later life.

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Today, we celebrate Pastor Patrinell “Pat” Wright of Seattle for extending joy to the memory loss community through song.

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Today, we celebrate Brenda Charles-Edwards, a local businesswoman, senior advocate, and Dementia Champion.

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Listen to ADRC researchers explain the goals of a new consortium to identify the cells that are involved in the process that leads to Alzheimer's or help protect against it. The project is funded by a five-year $40.5 million grant from the NIA.

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Learn about the newly funded 2020-2021 Alzheimer's Disease Research Center development projects. These awards encourage investigators to use ADRC resources to advance the understanding, diagnosis, and/or treatment of Alzheimer’s disease.

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We celebrate Karen Winston, MSW, Seattle's City Liaison for the Mayor’s Council on African American Elders, who has spearheaded notable efforts in culturally tailored dementia awareness and support.

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