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Caitlyn Fastenau, PhD

@caitlynfastenau.bsky.social
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PhD Integrated Biomedical Sciences | Clinical Trial Post-Doctoral Fellow @buckinstitute.org‬ | Alzheimer's Association A&D Journal Family Social Media Editor | 2024-2025 Alzheimer's Association ‪ISTAART Ambassador | Science Communicator

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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
A&D CALL FOR PAPERS: Spotlight on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias research in South Asia!📢 Topics include laboratory preclinical research all the way to observational studies, clinical trials, and epidemiology ⏰DEADLINE: Dec. 31, 2026 alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/hub/journal/...
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Caitlyn Fastenau, PhD @caitlynfastenau.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
New research in #DADM highlight @altoida NeuroMarker, a 10-minute self-administered digital cognitive assessment. Findings support individuals identified as cognitively impaired were more likely to have elevated plasma pTau217🩸 alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
New in #BSEA: Interactions of economic hardship, social determinants of health, and ADRD caregiver burden Findings show caregiver burden is a key driver of financial hardship and financial toxicity affects 1/2 of Alzheimer's disease caregivers alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
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Caitlyn Fastenau, PhD @caitlynfastenau.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Submit your research to this exciting new section!🧠 #AlzResearch #BSEA
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
How is hormone replacement therapy (HRT) associated with Alzheimer's disease (AD) risk? Evaluation of postmenopausal women in the UK BioBank demonstrate HRT was associated with lower risk of all-cause dementia and AD #AlzResearch Full Study: alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
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Caitlyn Fastenau, PhD @caitlynfastenau.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Research on Frailty is so important!👏#BSEA
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Barcelonaβeta Brain Research Center @barcelonabeta.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
🧠New research involving BBRC explores how digital cognitive assessment and plasma p-tau217 may provide complementary information on cognition and #Alzheimer’s disease biology. A thread on the new study published in @alzdemjournals.bsky.social👇
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
How do frontotemporal dementia (FTD) symptoms present in Hispanic populations? New research in #DADM shows Hispanic participants presented with more movement-related symptoms and advanced cognitive impairment diagnosis Full Study: alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
A&D CALL FOR PAPERS: Vascular Contributions to Cognitive Impairment and Dementia - From Bench, to Bedside, and Back Again ⏰DEADLINE: Dec. 31, 2026 Submit research on pathophysiology, neuroimaging, molecular diagnostic biomarkers, and MORE! alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/hub/journal/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia
Submissions open July 1, 2026. Submission deadline is December 31st 2026. All papers will undergo peer review and are subject to the standard author guidelines.
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
New research in #TRCI highlights health literacy barriers affect recruitment of Hispanic/Latino (H/L) communities! Results highlighted young H/L individuals can serve as health information liaisons to their families. Full Study: alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
#BSEA is indexed in DOAJ!🎉 Don't forget about #BSEA CALL FOR PAPERS: Examining the Interface Between Structural and Individual Determinants of Aging, Alzheimer’s Disease, and Other Dementias Across Africa, Asia, and Latin America Full CFP: alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/hub/journal/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
New in A&D: Prognostic value of plasma %p-tau217 in cognitively unimpaired older adults Findings suggest that %p-tau217 is a robust prognostic biomarker for AD risk assessment that is comparable with immunoassays #AlzResearch Learn more: alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
#BSEA CALL FOR PAPERS: Examining the Interface Between Structural and Individual Determinants of Aging, Alzheimer’s Disease, and Other Dementias Across Africa, Asia, and Latin America ⏰DEADLINE Extended: Jan. 31, 2027 alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/hub/journal/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia: Behavior & Socioeconomics of Aging
Suvarna Alladi, PhDProfessor at National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro SciencesBengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
New in #DADM! Key differences in clinicopathological presentation of frontotemporal lobar degeneration with TDP-43 (FTLD-TDP) and limbic-predominant age-related TDP-43 encephalopathy (LATE-NC) Learn more: alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
How do microbleeds differ between amyloid-associated vascular pathology and non-amyloid vascular conditions? New research in #TRCI demonstrate cerebral microbleeds emerged selectively in amyloid mouse models alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
CALL FOR PAPERS in #TRCI: ⭐Exceptional Aging⭐ ⏰Deadline: March 17, 2027 Topics of Interest for this Special Issue: 🧠 Resilience, Resistance & Compensation 🧠 Exceptional aging across cognition, function, and physical performance & MORE! alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/hub/journal/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia: Translational Research & Clinical Interventions
<em>Alzheimer's & Dementia: Translational Research & Clinical Interventions</em> journal bridges drug discovery research and clinical studies for dementia & Alzheimer's.
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
What is the longitudinal relationship between cardiac output & cerebral gray matter in older adults? Research in A&D demonstrates ⬇️ cardiac output related to smaller brain volume in APOE-ε4 + participants only #AlzResearch Full article: alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
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Lower cardiac output is a risk factor for faster cerebral atrophy over a 11‐year follow‐up period in <i>APOE‐</i>ε4 carriers
INTRODUCTION Subclinical lower cardiac output (volume of blood pumped per minute) cross-sectionally relates to smaller cerebral gray matter volumes in older adults. This study relates cardiac output...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
How do proteomic and epigenetic clocks associate with AD-related blood-based biomarkers & cognitive tests? Accelerated proteomic aging associated with poorer cognition and increases plasma neurofilament light chain #DADM alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Can plasma biomarkers be used as screening tools for Alzheimer's disease prevention trials? New research in #TRCI demonstrate plasma biomarkers identified dementia-free older adults with faster cognitive decline Learn more: alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
#DADM Call for Papers📢 Don't forget to submit to this Special Issue! 2nd Edition: Real-World Evidence on Amyloid-Targeting Treatments: Early Data on Clinical Implementation, Safety, and Efficacy ⏰Deadline: Oct. 31, 2026 alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/hub/journal/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Research on midlife cardiovascular burden and cognitive health was recently published in #BSEA. Longitudinal findings support Physical activity slowed cognitive decline, particularly among Mexican Americans. Full Study: alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
How do social conditions influence brain aging in Latin America? Compounded social vulnerability is a key determinant of clinical aging and dementia incidence across Latin America #AlzResearch Learn more: alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
#TRCI CALL FOR PAPERS! Topic: Advances in clinical trials and drug development for Alzheimer's disease and related disorders ⏰Deadline: Dec. 31, 2026 Submit your research on clinical trial design, methods, analysis, and MORE!🧠🥼 alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/hub/journal/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia: Translational Research & Clinical Interventions
<em>Alzheimer's & Dementia: Translational Research & Clinical Interventions</em> journal bridges drug discovery research and clinical studies for dementia & Alzheimer's.
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
What is the relationship between dietary protein and fiber intake on depression/anxiety and cognition? Research in #TRCI highlights fiber may moderate depressive symptoms & cognitive decline🧠 Read the full article here: alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
#DADM Call For Paper Deadline Approaching!📢 Topic: Novel multi-omic Diagnostic and Analytical approaches for ADRD ⏰Submission Deadline: November 30, 2026 Guest Editors: Carlos Cruchaga, Victoria Fernandez Full CFP: alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/hub/journal/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
How do social determinants of health disproportionately impact Non-Hispanic Black men? New research in #BSEA shows ⬆️ cumulative SDoH burden showed an independent association with poor memory, executive function, & processing speed Article: alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
#TRCI CALL FOR PAPERS: Transforming the relevance of preclinical research in Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias by development and use of novel animal models and cellular systems! ⏰Dec. 1, 2026 Full CFP: alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/hub/journal/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia: Translational Research & Clinical Interventions
<em>Alzheimer's & Dementia: Translational Research & Clinical Interventions</em> journal bridges drug discovery research and clinical studies for dementia & Alzheimer's.
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
⭐️CALL FOR PAPERS in #TRCI!⭐️ Transforming the relevance of preclinical research in Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias by development and use of novel animal models and cellular systems ⏰Deadline: Dec. 1, 2026 CFP: alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/hub/journal/...
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Alzheimer's &amp; Dementia: Translational Research &amp; Clinical Interventions
<em>Alzheimer's & Dementia: Translational Research & Clinical Interventions</em> journal bridges drug discovery research and clinical studies for dementia & Alzheimer's.
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
#TRCI Call for Papers!📢 Advances in clinical trials and drug development for Alzheimer's disease and related disorders ⏰Deadline: Dec. 31, 2026 This special issue call for topics relevant to ADRD drug development! Submit today! Full CFP: alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/hub/journal/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia: Translational Research & Clinical Interventions
<em>Alzheimer's & Dementia: Translational Research & Clinical Interventions</em> journal bridges drug discovery research and clinical studies for dementia & Alzheimer's.
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Caitlyn Fastenau, PhD @caitlynfastenau.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Submit to this Special Issue! #DADM
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Caitlyn Fastenau, PhD @caitlynfastenau.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
#DADM Call for Papers Deadline Approaching! Submit your research on mulit-omic approaches for ADRD diagnosis and analysis! 🧠Topic: Novel multi-omic Diagnostic and Analytical approaches for ADRD ⏰Deadline: Aug. 15, 2026 Details: alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/hub/journal/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia: Diagnosis, Assessment & Disease Monitoring
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 12/07/2026
Check out A&D editors presenting at #AAIC26! #DADM Deputy Editor Henrik Zetterberg is presenting at FRS: Fluid biomarkers of co-pathology in Alzheimer’s disease ⏰Sunday July 12 (4:15-5:45pm BST) ☑️ Meet the Editors and Publishing Questions each day 📍Booth #601
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 12/07/2026
Are you at #AAIC26? Stop by Booth #601 to explore the latest in open access and ethics in publishing with publisher Wiley!
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
✨Interested in meeting the A&D Journal Family Editors?✨ Swing by booth #6001 for all your publishing questions! 🟣Sunday 7/12: 2-4:15pm 🟣Monday 7/13: 10:30-11am + 12:30-3:30pm 🟣Tuesday 7/14: 10:30-11am + 12:30-2pm 🟣Wednesday 7/15: 10:30-11am + 12:30-3:30pm
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
What are patient perspectives on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to synthesize data for cognitive impairment detection? Key findings in #BSEA highlight the need for clinician training on AI-driven approaches in clinical practice. Full: alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Novel insights into Alzheimer’s disease through the study of individuals with Down syndrome special collection in A&D! Collaborative research topics include clinical expression, public health, and biomarkers! #AlzResearch Full collection: alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/toc/10.1...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
A&D: Behavior & Socioeconomics of Aging #BSEA First Special Issue! Examining the Interface Between Structural & Individual Determinants of Aging, Alzheimer’s Disease, and Other Dementias Across Africa, Asia, & Latin America ⏰Oct. 31, 2026 alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/hub/journal/...
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The World Dementia Council @worlddementia.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Innovation alone won't change patient outcomes — implementation will. The May @alzdemjournals.bsky.social WDC Update captures expert insight on moving Alzheimer's biomarkers from breakthrough to bedside, chaired by Dr. Fiona Carragher of the Alzheimer's Society. Learn more: bit.ly/4uugfYc
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
This collaborative research was conducted at University of Auckland, School of Computer Science; University of Auckland, Faculty of Science; and HRC New Zealand
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
New in #DADM: How can routinely collected health data help identify dementia? The use of machine learning and inclusion of longitudinal “timestamped” health data enable models to capture trajectories and improve clinical prediction. #AlzSky alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
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Caitlyn Fastenau, PhD @caitlynfastenau.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
Science(ing) today at the Bay Area Aging Meeting @buckinstitute.org! I like to highlight science should be fun and science is a fashion show too!❤️
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Caitlyn Fastenau, PhD @caitlynfastenau.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Are you an early career scientist or trainee interested in learning some tips and tricks for a successful research conference? Register for our Pre-AAIC Primer Webinar to explore important topics that will help you take full advantage of #AAIC26! Register here: alz-org.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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Caitlyn Fastenau, PhD @caitlynfastenau.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
Check out this new Brain Health section in @alzdemjournals.bsky.social Behavior and Socioeconomics of Aging #BSEA! 🧠💜
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
How can olfactory function impact gray matter volume (GMV) in the brain? New research in #TRCI demonstrate 6 months of computerized olfactory adaptive training in those with MCI is associated with improved cognition and retention of GMV alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
How does ApoE4 genotype influence anatomy, memory, and clinical syndrome across race & ethnoracial groups? New findings in #DADM demonstrates ApoE4 influence does differ based on ethnoracial groups. Additional biomarker research is needed. alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
Research in #TRCI aims to understand the relationship between plasma p-tau181 levels & cognitive/physical performance in older adults Results show individuals with⬆️plasma p-tau181 levels had⬆️cognitive + physical deterioration over 2-year period alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
#DADM CALL FOR PAPERS! 2nd Edition: Real-World Evidence on Amyloid-Targeting Treatments: Early Data on Clinical Implementation, Safety, and Efficacy Submit research on real-world evidence in Amyloid-targeting treatments ⏰Deadline: Oct 31, 2026 alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/hub/journal/...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals @alzdemjournals.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Insights on bridging dementia research & policy now in #BSEA! @istaart.bsky.social Health Policy PIA held an expert discussion with researchers, clinicians & advocates identifying key themes: translation, impact and equity in dementia care alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
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