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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 29/09/2026

NCIRE's Fiscal 2025 Annual Report is now available. Explore the year's accomplishments, research impact, financial stewardship, and the people who make advancing Veterans’ health possible. Read it here: 9b1aa028-75fc-474d-ae3f-68b4c6e9ee58.filesusr.com/ugd/797088_e... #NCIRE #VeteranHealth

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 28/09/2026

Sabra S. Inslicht, PhD is featured in NCIRE's Focus on Research article “Putting Trauma to Rest” for its quarterly newsletter, Details News Awards (DNA) Vol. 32 Fall 2026 Issue.: www.linkedin.com/pulse/focus-... Read the newsletter in full on our website, www.ncire.org, under the “Resources” tab.

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 25/09/2026

NCIRE thanks the research administrators of the San Francisco VA Health Care System and the University of California, San Francisco Research Community for helping advance medical research that improves the lives of Veterans and the broader community. Learn More: www.research.va.gov

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 25/09/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Kristine Yaffe on receiving the National Academy of Medicine’s 2026 Rhoda and Bernard Sarnat International Prize in Mental Health! This prestigious honor recognizes Dr. Yaffe’s pioneering research in cognitive aging and dementia prevention. Read more: nam.edu/news-and-ins...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 18/09/2026

The latest issue of the Details News Awards (DNA) Newsletter, Volume 32 Fall 2026, is here! You may read this and past DNA issues on our website www.ncire.org. Click the “Resources” tab.

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 18/09/2026

This POW/MIA Recognition Day, NCIRE honors former prisoners of war, those still missing in action, and the families who continue to await answers. You are not forgotten. www.dpaa.mil

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 18/09/2026

On September 18, NCIRE honors U.S. Air Force service members and Veterans for their enduring contributions to our nation’s defense and their 79-year legacy of service. Read More: veteran.com/air-force-bi...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 11/09/2026

On the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, NCIRE remembers the lives lost, honors their families and loved ones, and recognizes the survivors, first responders, service members, and all who have been affected in the years since. We will never forget. www.911memorial.org/visit/memorial

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 09/09/2026

This September, NCIRE joins the VA’s Make the Connection campaign during National Recovery Month to raise awareness of substance use disorders and celebrates the achievements of individuals in recovery. Hear their stories: www.maketheconnection.net/recovery/ind...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 04/09/2026

This September, World Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, NCIRE stands with the global community to raise awareness and challenge the stigma surrounding Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Learn more about the NCIRE-supported Alzheimer's Disease Neuroimaging Initiative: adni.loni.usc.edu

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 01/09/2026

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. If you or someone you know needs support, call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online at VeteransCrisisLine.net. You are not alone. www.veteranscrisisline.net

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 21/08/2026

Postoperative delirium is common in older adults, yet some of its long-term consequences remain debated. A study co-published by Dr. Alexander K. Smith, titled "Cognition After Postoperative Delirium—The Confusion Has Cleared but All Is Not Well” advances this debate. jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 17/08/2026

Today, on National Nonprofit Day, consider supporting NCIRE, a scientific community of clinicians and researchers, we partner with the SFVAHCS and UCSF to bring the power of modern medicine to the health of our nation's Veterans. Visit us at www.ncire.org.

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 14/08/2026

NCIRE-supported NIH Alzheimer's Disease Neuroimaging Initiative data used in study of protein topography organization in Alzheimer's disease. Read it here: www.nature.com/articles/s42...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 12/08/2026

Dr. Michael Steinman and his co-led U.S. Deprescribing Research Network were featured in a recent AAMC News article about the growing challenge of polypharmacy among older adults and the importance of deprescribing. www.aamc.org/news/problem...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 07/08/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Kenneth Covinsky who was honored as the 2026 SGIM Distinguished Professor of Geriatrics by the Society of General Internal Medicine. His event presentation, “On Being a Generalist and a Geriatrician”, can be viewed here: www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/55g3u...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 04/08/2026

Drs. Kenneth Covinsky and Sei Lee co-published a new manuscript entitled "Undiagnosed dementia and mortality among older adults in the United States and Brazil: A cross-national cohort study". alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 29/07/2026

Drs. Rebecca Sudore and John Boscardin co-authored the study “Impact of Virtual vs. In-Person Palliative Care on Symptom Burden: A Multisite Cohort Study”. Read more: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 28/07/2026

On World Hepatitis Day, NCIRE joins the call for urgent action to dismantle the financial, social and systemic barriers – including stigma – that stand in the way of hepatitis elimination and liver cancer prevention. Hepatitis: Let’s Break It Down. www.hepatitis.va.gov

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 27/07/2026

On July 27th, National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day, NCIRE encourages everyone to reflect upon the service and sacrifice of American troops during this conflict. Learn more: www.defense.gov/Spotlights/k...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 25/07/2026

To recognize the employment needs of Veterans and support them on their job journey, on July 25th, NCIRE joins many organizations around the country in celebrating National Hire a Veteran Day. Learn more: www.vacareers.va.gov

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 24/07/2026

Dr. Dan Kelly is featured in the Focus on Research article "From Ebola to Covid and RSV, Getting a Handle on Emerging and Concerning Viral Infections" published in Volume 31, Summer 2026 Issue of Details News Awards (DNA) Newsletter, an NCIRE production: www.linkedin.com/pulse/focus-...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 22/07/2026

Dr. Lynn Pulliam is featured in the latest Q&A article published in Volume 31, Summer 2026 Issue of Details News Awards (DNA) Newsletter, an NCIRE production: www.linkedin.com/pulse/qa-int...

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Q&A: An Interview with Dr. Lynn Pulliam

Dr. Lynn Pulliam, who retired at the end of May, is a pioneering and highly honored neurovirologist.

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 21/07/2026

July 21st marks the 96th birthday of the Dept. of Veterans Affairs! NCIRE wishes the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) a Happy Birthday and supports its tireless efforts to serve our Veterans and champion health research! Learn more: department.va.gov/history/

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 10/07/2026

Dr. Kristine Yaffe, a Society for Equality in Neuroscience (SEQUINS) Hall of Fame honoree, discusses dementia prevention, modifiable risk factors, and ongoing disparities in brain health and cognitive aging in a Q&A published by NeurologyLive. Read it here: www.neurologylive.com/view/sequins...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 08/07/2026

Dr. Alexander K. Smith co-authored a study that explores whether sensory impairment is linked to an elevated risk of elder financial or emotional mistreatment could help inform targeted screening strategies. Read more: agsjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 06/07/2026

Dr. Michael Weiner, of NCIRE-supported NIH Alzheimer's Disease Neuroimaging Initiative, contributed to study “Remote, unsupervised assessment of cognitive impairment and decline in Alzheimer's disease using the Cogstate Brief Battery in ADNI-3”. alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 02/07/2026

Sarcoma Awareness Month in July strives to raise awareness about this often over-looked disease. NCIRE proudly supports the vital cancer research performed by our Principal Investigators and their research teams at SFVAHCS. Learn more: www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/ag...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 29/06/2026

Dr. Kristine Yaffe is the senior author of the study titled “Alzheimer's disease neuropathology plasma biomarkers and cognition in midlife: a community-based cohort study” that sought to map methods for early detection of Alzheimer's disease. www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 27/06/2026

On June 27th, National HIV Testing Day, NCIRE encourages everyone to stay safe and check your status. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) leads the country in HIV screening, testing, treatment, research and prevention. Learn more: www.hiv.va.gov

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 25/06/2026

Drs. Alexander K. Smith and Sei Lee, and their research colleagues evaluated the association between delirium and 90-day mortality and whether baseline cognitive status modified this relationship.: academic.oup.com/ageing/artic...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 17/06/2026

NCIRE Board Member, Dr. Karen Seal, and her colleagues conducted a randomized clinical trial to gauge the effectiveness of VA’s Whole Health program to address chronic pain in Veterans.: jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 13/06/2026

On June 14th, the 251st birthday U.S. Army, NCIRE honors the long history of the country’s first military branch and thanks its members and Veterans for their service and sacrifice. Happy Birthday, U.S. Army! www.army.mil/1775/

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U.S. Army's 251st Birthday Celebration

Since its official establishment, June 14, 1775 — more than a year before the Declaration of Independence — the U.S. Army has played a vital role in the growth and development of the American nation.

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 10/06/2026

Dr. Theresa Allison is presenting "Whole Person Approaches to Brain Health" on Thursday, June 11th at the San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living as part of the Golden Hour Series, Illuminating Ideas That Shape How We Age. Learn more about Dr. Allison’s research: www.ncire.org/ncire-invest...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 04/06/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Alexander K. Smith for his new appointment as Co-Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society (JAGS)! Read more: www.americangeriatrics.org/media-center...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 02/06/2026

This Alzheimer’s disease and Brain Awareness Month, NCIRE honors those impacted by the disease and is proud to support dedicated Investigators whose research supports Veterans care, treatment and eventual cure of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. www.va.gov/GERIATRICS/p...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 30/05/2026

Dr. Alexander K. Smith and his colleagues investigated the association between symptoms and end-of-life loneliness and social isolation that could help inform targeted interventions. Read the study here: agsjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 20/05/2026

On May 20, International Clinical Trials Day, NCIRE salutes those who develop and participate in clinical trials and the great contributions they make to world health. For more information about NCIRE-supported research, visit www.ncire.org/researchers

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 15/05/2026

In May, Arthritis Awareness Month, NCIRE brings awareness to Veterans and service members who experience arthritis at higher rates than the civilian population. Learn more: www.research.va.gov/topics/Arthr...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 11/05/2026

NCIRE joins the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) in celebrating VA Research during VA Research Week May 11th-15th! www.research.va.gov/pubs/ord-his...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 07/05/2026

Dr. Maria Wei co-published the study titled “Sunscreen Costs in Association With Sun Protective Behaviors” that shows when consumers pay more, they use less and may get burned.: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41706462/

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 06/05/2026

May is National Stroke Awareness Month. NCIRE supports the research of Investigators who have dedicated themselves to exploring stroke treatment and preventative measures. www.veteranshealthlibrary.va.gov/LivingWith/S...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 05/05/2026

Dr. Kenneth Covinsky and colleagues published a study that shows brief bedside cognitive screeners identify dementia and predict hospital risks. Read more: alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 01/05/2026

During Military Appreciation Month, NCIRE honors the sacrifice and dedication of our Veterans, current military service members and their families. Thank you! Read more: veteran.com/national-mil...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 24/04/2026

This World Immunization Week, April 24-30, NCIRE encourages you to consider doing your part to bolster the overall health of the human population. Learn more: www.publichealth.va.gov/vaccines.asp www.who.int/campaigns/wo...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 23/04/2026

On April 23rd, please join NCIRE in celebrating the service members of the U.S. Army Reserve on its 118th birthday. Learn more: www.usar.army.mil/About-Us/

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 22/04/2026

Dr. Michael Steinman quoted in the Washington Post: www.washingtonpost.com/health/2026/...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 14/04/2026

Drs. W. John Boscardin, Alexander K. Smith, Sei co-published the study “Updated Prognostic Model for Older Adults in Skilled Nursing Facilities”. The study was published in the Journal of the American Medical Directors Association: www.jamda.com/article/S152...

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Northern California Institute for Research and Education, Inc. @ncire.org · 10/04/2026

The Alzheimer’s Disease Neuroimaging Initiative, including Drs. Weiner, Tosun-Turgut, and Nosheny, co-published the study titled "Divergent white matter metabolic signature patterns indicate impending cognitive decline in aging and dementia” www.nature.com/articles/s41...

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