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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

🔦today we put the Trasna na dTonnta Spotlight on Dr Sheenagh Aiken! 🧑‍🔬Sheenagh is medicinal chemistry team lead at @cmd.ox.ac.uk & ARUK Oxford Drug Discovery Institute @ox.ac.uk working with Alzheimer’s disease & Parkinson's Disease. 🌊To learn more about Sheenagh's research: tinyurl.com/bdzvrsyk

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

⌛️don't miss your chance to compete in @alzheimersocirl.bsky.social 's DRATgons' Den! 🤝This PPI knowledge exchange event will see the lucky winner receive a €3000 funding prize! ⏲️The event takes place 9/12 but abstract deadline is TOMORROW 25/09! 🤸To apply: tinyurl.com/yz4zv92b

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Alzheimer Europe @alzheimereurope.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

🎤 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗴𝗻𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘀, 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮? Join us for PL03. at #36AEC, featuring experts in clinical care, research and innovation exploring the latest developments in dementia. 📍Dublin, IE | 27-29 Oct 2026 🎟️ bit.ly/26-register

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

🔎@noca-irl.bsky.social are looking for an Irish Dementia Registry Manager! 🎯This exciting role includes coordinating the development & implementation of the Irish Dementia Registry & its ongoing management. ✒️To find out more about this great opportunity, go to: tinyurl.com/kwdanbfu

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Alzheimer Europe @alzheimereurope.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

🎵 #WorldAlzheimersMonth spotlight: 𝗠𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗿𝗮𝗵𝗮𝗻 and “𝗔 𝗥𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗢𝗻”. Inspired by his mother's experience of dementia, the song was recorded with Dublin's 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗼𝘁𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗶𝗿 and uses music to raise awareness of dementia. 🎧 bit.ly/4h0ISrH 🎟️ bit.ly/AntiStigma2026

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

📢DRNI & @tuh-dublin.bsky.social Institute of Memory& Cognition are delighted to announce Clinical Symposium on Less Common & Young-Onset Dementias. ➡️This in-person event takes place 27 Nov & highlights research, support & service development. ℹ️Info & register: tinyurl.com/563xfupp

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

🧍Do you want to help shape the future of dementia care in Ireland? @RCSI_PopHealth are building an open, free health-economic model shaped by people living with dementia and their family carers. ➡️To take part, or for more info: www.dementiastudy.eu @cocreatingmodel.bsky.social

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

🎭🎨💃🎸🎶Creative Brainwaves is back! Taking place in Ennis, Co Clare on 11/09, the event will see Karen Meenan & Mike Hanrahan introduce creative arts global & local brain health initiatives, including workshops, talks & performances. ➡️Book your spot here: tinyurl.com/3apymn8p

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

🔦Today we set Trasna na dTonnta Spotlight on Aislinn Taylor! 🔬Aislinn is a PhD student at @uni.lu, focusing on the exposome & how outdoor air pollution & social determinants of health affect neurodegenerative & cardiovascular outcomes. 🌊For more info, go to: dementianetwork.ie/trasna-na-dt...

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

🥇Massive congratulations @rionamcardle.bsky.social @newcastleuni.bsky.social & @roisinmcmanus.bsky.social @dzne.science joint winners in the Trasna na dTonnta poster competition at #AAIC26 🥳 🎊Sincere thanks to @alzresearchuk.bsky.social for sponsoring the prize! Read more here: tinyurl.com/2upnnp37

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Alzheimer Europe @alzheimereurope.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Alzheimer Europe has written to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, asking her to propose a European Neurological Health Plan in her State of the European Union address in September, and to include it in the Commission's 2027 Work Programme. Read the full article: bit.ly/3TjXOI3

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Alzheimer Europe urges the European Commission to build on growing support for a European Neurological Health Plan

Alzheimer Europe has written to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, calling on her to propose a European Neurological Health Plan in her State of the European Un

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Do you have Lewy Body dementia, Parkinson's Disease dementia, or support someone living with one of these conditions? The EMERALD-Lewy project (@tcddublin.bsky.social & @ucc.ie ) are recruiting participants for a peer support group for LBD, The Lewy Lounge! See below for details to take part⬇️

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

📑If you are attending #AAIC26 this beautiful Monday, don't miss these posters from some of our Trasna na dTonnta members!

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

DRNI members are out in force at #AAIC26 today and over the next few days! If you are wondering what posters to visit, look no further ⬇️

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

👀Looking for posters to visit at #AAIC26? 🌊These Trasna na dTonnta members will present posters covering an array of fascinating topics on the 12th and 13th July - and there is more to follow! Watch this space!

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

#AAIC26 is almost here! 🌊Don't miss some of the brilliant Trasna na dTonnta members speaking at #AAIC this year: Dr @maggieflanagan.bsky.social, @uthealthsa.bsky.social Prof @muireannirish.bsky.social, @sydney.edu.au Dr Cliona Farrell @ucl.ac.uk See you at AAIC!

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

🔦Today we set the Trasna na dTonnta Spotlight on Orla Bonnar! 🔬Dr Bonnar is a Senior Research Fellow at @ucl.ac.uk where she uses in vivo imaging to better understand vascular contributions to dementia. 🌊To read about Orla's work & Trasna na dTonnta go to: dementianetwork.ie/trasna-na-dt...

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Journal of Brain Health @jbrainhealth.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

New from the Journal of Brain Health: Facilitators and Barriers to Engaging Families of Persons with Dementia in Research This study explores Nigerian families’ experiences in research, identifying facilitators and barriers, and the need for culturally sensitive approaches. doi.org/10.65104/001...

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Facilitators and Barriers to Engaging Families of Persons with Dementia in Research within Geriatric Clinics in Nigeria: Perspectives from Families | Published in Journal of Brain Health

By Olufisayo Elugbadebo, Cynthia Olawuyi & 4 more. This study explores Nigerian families’ experiences in dementia research, identifying facilitators (care access, knowledge) and barriers, and highligh...

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Join Trasna na dTonnta at #AAIC26! 🤝Attend our networking event at 18.30 on 13 July, supported by DRNI & Aerska at the Fox Excel! 📊 Take part in our poster competition! Courtesy of Alzheimer Research UK, you could win tickets to BNA2027 in Belfast! Info & register: t.co/EM2I9uD8HU

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

📣 Are you attending #AAIC26? Are you an Irish dementia researcher/have Irish connections? Then this post is for you! 🌊 Trasna na dTonnta are hosting a networking reception 13 July, and also holding a poster competition! ➡️to find out more, please go to forms.gle/Qk5ECxLKTgaC...

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SPHeRE PhD Programme @sphereprogramme.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Registration is now open for the SPHeRE Programme Information Webinar for Prospective PIs/Supervisors on Thursday 2nd July at 1-2 pm. Webinar is aimed at PIs/Supervisors that have funding for a PhD Scholar & may wish to enrol them on the SPHeRE PhD Programme. www.sphereprogramme.ie/sphere-progr...

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SPHeRE Programme Information Webinar for Prospective PIs/Supervisors | The SPHeRE Programme | Structured Population and Health-services Research Education

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TCD School of Psychology @tcdpsychology.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

A great day out at our #Neuroscience #Research Day! Thanks to all the speakers and collaborators for a rich programme of lectures, oral and poster presentations; representing a broad and diverse range of Neuroscience topics, hosted by #TCIN @trinityneuro.bsky.social @whelanlabtcd.bsky.social

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

🤩What a day we had at the inaugural North-South Symposium! From a powerful opening by Breda Comiskey, keynote reflections by prof Brian Lawlor, GBHI, to biobanks, ECR presentation,& all things brain health! 👏Thanks all speakers & attendees - see you next year in @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social!

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Alzheimer Europe @alzheimereurope.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

📣 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 #𝟯𝟲𝗔𝗘𝗖 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲! 👉Explore the full programme and start planning your conference experience: bit.ly/3SddsUY ⏳Don’t forget, early bird registration is available 𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗹 𝟯𝟬 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲: bit.ly/4dW9vws We look forward to welcoming you to Dublin! 👋

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The Alzheimer Society of Ireland @alzheimersocirl.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

The Experience of Dementia in Ireland 2026 Survey is about understanding what life with dementia is really like today. If you are living with dementia, or if you are a family carer or supporter, we want to hear from you. More info here: alzheimer.ie/creating-change/resear…

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TCD School of Psychology @tcdpsychology.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

"Music & socialising could help reduce dementia risk" - Professor Lorina Naci speaks to TCD study RTÉ Radio 1, listen here: www.rte.ie/radio/radio1... #Psychology #Dementia #Neuroscience #TrinityCollegeDublin #PreventDementia #GBHI #HRB #RTÉ @lorinanaci.bsky.social @thenacilab.bsky.social

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

🤝The EMERALD-Lewy project are recruiting participants to engage in a peer support group for LBD! The Lewy Lounge is a 6-week peer support programme for people living with, or supporting a person with, Lewy Body dementia (LBD). See below for details on how to take part⬇️

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

🤝Join DRNI on June 5th in @tcddublin.bsky.social for our inaugural North-South Dementia Research Symposium! 🗣️Dr Caoimhe McGarvey from @tilda_tcd will speak on brain health & dementia prevention using TILDA data. ➡️To attend, please register here: forms.office.com/e/h4C6CrUfin

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

📢PhD opportunity in AD research! 🧑‍🎓Applications are invited for a a fully funded PhD studentship at @tcddublin.bsky.social investigating retinal and choroidal imaging biomarkers in Alzheimer’s disease in genetically determined populations. ⌛️Deadline 31/05: tinyurl.com/53d53hss

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

🤝Don't miss the in-person inaugural DRNI North-South Dementia Research Symposium! A full day of presentation, discussions & networking takes place on 05 June in @tcddublin.bsky.social, under the theme "Brain Health on the Island of Ireland". ➡️Register here: tinyurl.com/4wtrb65k

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

🤝Join DRNI's North-South Dementia Research Symposium on June 5th in @tcddublin.bsky.social ! ➡️Don't miss Prof Bernadette McGuinness, @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social who will speak on findings from the NICOLA HCAP study. ✏️Register here: forms.office.com/e/h4C6CrUfin

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

📢DRNI are very exited to announce that Prof Brian Lawlor, GBHI, is giving the keynote speech at DRNI North-South Dementia Research Symposium! Prof Lawlor will speak on brain health in the space between research & clinical practice. ➡️Join us in TCD on 5 June: forms.office.com/e/h4C6CrUfin

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

DRNI had a fantastic day at the Engaging Dementia conference! Thanks @kimtully.bsky.social for inviting DRNI to host a session with amazing @eimmcglinchey.bsky.social who gave a thought-provoking presentation on research & recent developments in dementia, Down syndrome & Intellectual Disabilities.

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

A interesting and insightful morning at the launch of the PPI Ignite Network Phase II, with a look back on the impressive work already achieved, and a look forward to great things planned for the next 5 years!

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The Alzheimer Society of Ireland @alzheimersocirl.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Some wonderful snaps coming in from people across the country celebrating Tea Day 🍵 Huge thanks to everyone who’s taken part so far. Don’t forget, there’s still time to join and make a real difference for people living with dementia.🩵 Donate here: donate.stripe.com/8x27sKbot1BNbGu1U…

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

🎨💃🎶🎭 Join GBHI Fellows Karen Meenan & Mike Hanrahan on 22 May for Creative Brainwaves! The event will feature talks, workshops & performances to promote wellbeing & brain health through creativity and innovation. ➡️For information & to register: tinyurl.com/yj35my6f

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Don's miss the 10th Annual @hrb-tmrn.bsky.social Trials Methodology Symposium! Themed "Making Global Care Local" the event will focus on integrating international innovations into practice through trial methodology & collaboration. 🗓️8 June 🗺️Smock Alley Theatre, Dublin ℹ️https://tinyurl.com/2pdb9x23

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

🧑‍🎓Attention all ECRs! 🧠@alzheimersocirl.bsky.social are offering five bursaries for ECRs to cover registration fees for the @alzheimereurope.bsky.social Conference in Dublin 27-29 October 2026. ⌛️Closing Date: Friday, 8 May 2026 ➡️For more information and to apply: alzheimer.ie/creating-cha...

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

📢DRNI are thrilled to announce our in-person North-South Dementia Research Symposium, the first of what will be an annual event! 🧠Our inaugural theme is "Brain Health on the Island of Ireland". 🗓️Friday, 05 June 📍@tcddublin 📝& ℹ️: tinyurl.com/4wtrb65k

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

⌛️Only 1⃣ day left! 🤝Join DRNI & Dementia Trials Ireland for our webinar "Dementia - Research, treatments and trials updates" taking place tomorrow - Friday, 24 April at 11 am. ➡️Register to join here: tinyurl.com/yd2mf8ua

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

➡️Don't miss Engaging Dementia's Annual International Dementia Conference! 💬This year's line-up has over 40 speakers, including a DRNI session with Dr Eimear McGlinchey @tcddublin.bsky.social speaking on dementia in Down Syndrome. 🗓️13-14 May 🗺️Athlone ℹ️https://tinyurl.com/62yw7ney

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European Medical Journal @emjreviews.com · 22/04/2026

Vaping has been linked to a higher risk of dementia. New research found increased risk of early cognitive decline among e-cigarette users aged 18 to 25, based on cognitive screening outcomes. Learn more: www.emjreviews.com/neurology/ne... www.emjreviews.com/neurology/ne... #MedSky #MedicalNews

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E-Cigarette Use Linked to Higher Dementia Risk

E-cigarette use may increase dementia risk. Learn what this study found about early cognitive effects and why it matters.

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

🤝Meet our speakers! 👨‍🔬@darraghobrien.bsky.social will speak about proteomics and neuroscience in DRNI & Dementia Trials Ireland's upcoming webinar "Dementia - Research, treatments and trials updates" this Friday, 24 April at 11 am. ➡️Register here to join: tinyurl.com/yd2mf8ua

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

🧑‍⚕️Are you a HCP working with persons living with dementia in Ireland? 🔎Researchers at Trinity College Dublin are looking for participants for a survey on how HCP's working with person living with dementia perceive Applied Behaviour Analysis strategies in dementia care. 📝Go to: tinyurl.com/4a33btkw

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

🗣️Speaker profile: prof Iracema Leroi, GBHI/ @tcddublin.bsky.social will speak about disease-modifying therapies in DRNI & @DementiaTrials webinar "Dementia - Research, treatments and trials updates". Join us: 🗓️Fri 24 April ⌚️11-12 For more information & to register: tinyurl.com/yd2mf8ua

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Alzheimer Europe @alzheimereurope.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

📣For our 2026 #AEAntiStigmaAward we're delighted to partner with the Alzheimer Europe Foundation, Lilly & Roche to award a European artist or initiative using music to address the stigma surrounding dementia🎵 📆 Apply by 26 June! ℹ️More info & application form: www.alzheimer-europe.org/anti-stigma-...

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

🔦DRNI Trasna na dTonnta's Spotlight is on Dr Deirdre O'Shea! 🧠Deirdre is Assistant Professor & Clinical Neuropsychologist at University of Miami, focusing on cognitive aging, dementia, risk & resilience. ℹ️Learn more about Deirdre's work & Trasna na dTonnta: dementianetwork.ie/index.php/tr...

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Dementia Research Network Ireland @drni.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

🧑‍🎓DRNI's ECR Day at University of Galway saw over 60 ECRs, judges, PPI representatives & others gather for presentations & discussion. 🏆Congratulations to our winners and thanks to Dementia Trials Ireland for sponsoring the prize! 🫵See you for ECR Day 2027!

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