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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 2h

Can where we live shape cognitive aging? A study of 20,000+ Black women found neighborhood disadvantage was linked to more subjective cognitive concerns, but the association was fully attenuated after accounting for education. Read more: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC...

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

The Glymour-team branch of TIME-AD is learning about how lighting affects photography! 📸 It was wonderful having the team together in Boston! We had a lovely time connecting in person, playing golf, enjoying great food, and talking about our ongoing projects and ideas.

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

On International Day of Older Persons, we celebrate older adults and the importance of healthy cognitive aging. TIME-AD is advancing research on aging, Alzheimer’s disease, and related dementias. #InternationalDayOfOlderPersons #HealthyAging

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Did you know? 🧐 Nearly 800,000 additional direct care workers will be needed in the U.S. between 2024 and 2034. A strong, supported care workforce is essential as dementia cases grow. This #WorldAlzheimersMonth, TIME-AD highlights research supporting healthier aging and dementia care. #Caregiving

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

🌱 Did you know? Staying active, eating well, managing stress, learning new things & staying connected can all support healthy aging. This #HealthyAgingMonth, explore tips from the National Institute on Aging: www.nia.nih.gov/health/healt...

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Today is #WorldAlzheimersDay 🧠 At TIME-AD, we’re working to advance the methods and evidence needed to strengthen Alzheimer’s disease and dementia research. Explore publications from TIME-AD investigators: www.time-ad.org/publications

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

🌟Scientist Spotlight: Renata Flores Renata is a TIME-AD Research Data Analyst studying social connection and cognitive aging and harmonizing measures across aging studies. Her recent work examines social isolation, loneliness, and Alzheimer’s biomarkers. 🔗 www.time-ad.org/renata-flores

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Today marks two years of TIME-AD! We’re grateful to the National Institute on Aging for supporting our work to advance methods and strengthen dementia research, and to everyone who has contributed along the way. Learn more: www.time-ad.org #Dementia #DementiaResearch

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Looking forward to the 2026 National Alzheimer’s Virtual Summit, hosted by UsAgainstAlzheimer’s, Sept. 16–17! TIME-AD MPI Maria Glymour will moderate “Setting Your Brain Up for Success” on Sept. 16 at 12:45 PM ET. Free & virtual! 🔗 web.charityengine.net/2026Summit-R...

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Did you know? Hearing and vision impairments affect up to 40% of older adults and are linked to dementia risk. This #DeafAwarenessMonth, learn how TIME-AD is studying sensory impairment and whether interventions like hearing aids could reduce dementia risk: www.time-ad.org/projects/sus...

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

🔬 Research Reflections: Molly LaPoint Molly’s research focuses on using brain imaging to identify the earliest signs of cognitive decline. Her work is one example of how steady, collaborative science moves the field forward. Learn more about Molly: www.time-ad.org/molly-lapoint

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

September marks the start of #WorldAlzheimersMonth 💜 This month, TIME-AD joins the global community in raising awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias and highlighting the importance of research to improve prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and care.

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Reflecting on #AAIC2026! We loved seeing TIME-AD researchers present work on #dementia genetics, brain health across the lifespan, and the role of community social factors in healthy aging. 🧠 Thanks to Dima Chaar, Molly LaPoint, and Audrey Murchland for representing TIME-AD!

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

🐾 Happy National Dog Day! Did you know pets can encourage physical activity, companionship, and emotional well-being- all important for healthy aging? At TIME-AD, we study the factors that influence brain health and dementia risk. #NationalDogDay

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

💡 Did you know? Nearly 13 million people in the U.S. provide unpaid care for people living with Alzheimer's or other dementias. At TIME-AD, we're studying the factors that influence brain health and dementia risk to help improve outcomes. #DidYouKnow #BrainHealth

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

On #NationalSeniorCitizensDay, we celebrate the resilience, wisdom, and contributions of older adults. At TIME-AD, we're advancing research to better understand brain health and dementia risk to support healthier aging. Explore our latest publications: www.time-ad.org/publications

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

🌟Scientist Spotlight: Molly LaPoint Molly is a TIME-AD investigator exploring how lifecourse factors, such as early/midlife stressful life events or mental health challenges, may be associated with brain health later in life. 🔗 Learn more about Molly: www.time-ad.org/molly-lapoint

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

That’s a wrap on PsyMCA! Alongside a week of workshops and conversations on advances in dementia research, the TIME-AD team also found some time to enjoy beautiful Lake Tahoe 🌲 Thank you to the conference organizers! #PsyMCA

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

📸 More from PsyMCA! TIME-AD investigators Elizabeth Rose Mayeda, Niki Churchill & Eleanor Hayes-Larson joined a workshop on developing and validating dementia algorithms without a reference standard. Invited expert Kaitlin Casaletto also shared her expertise with attendees! #PsyMCA

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

📸 Scenes from PsyMCA! TIME-AD is in Tahoe, joining workshops and sessions exploring this year’s theme: advances in algorithms for diagnosing cognitive impairment and dementia. #PsyMCA #dementia

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

TIME-AD will be attending the 2026 #PsyMCA conference in Tahoe, California! This year’s meeting focuses on advances in algorithms for diagnosing cognitive impairment and dementia: psymca.org We hope to see you there!

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

🧠 Today is #WorldBrainDay! Better brain health starts with better research. At TIME-AD, our investigators are developing new methods to study cognitive aging and dementia, building the evidence needed to improve prevention and care. Explore our latest research: www.time-ad.org/publications

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

🔬 Research Reflections: Annie Pederson "The most rewarding part has honestly been the people." Annie, a BU Research Fellow and TIME-AD Investigator, values collaborating with researchers who share a passion for improving public health. 🔗 www.time-ad.org/annie-pederson

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

A great week at #AAIC2026! Thank you to @alzassociation.bsky.social for the opportunity to share, connect, and learn alongside the global dementia research community. 📸 Kendra Sims presented her research on neighborhood factors and racial disparities in cognitive decline.

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

TIME-AD is at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference in London! 📸 Shelli Vodovozov presented her research on the association between high-impact pain and neuroimaging measures of brain health in a diverse cohort. #AAIC2026

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

An update from #MELODEM2026: TIME-AD investigator Eleanor Hayes Larson presented research on how different dementia classification algorithms influence dementia identification and reversion rates in the Health and Retirement Study. And between sessions, we met Uma 🐶, a highlight of the week!

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

🔬 Happy #ResearchAppreciationDay! We're celebrating the TIME-AD investigators advancing dementia research. A big thank you to the National Institute on Aging for supporting this work. Meet some of the researchers behind TIME-AD: www.time-ad.org/scientist-sp...

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Congrats to Dr. Willa Brenowitz on helping Guest Edit the Special Collection on Sensory Changes in ADRD, published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia: Diagnosis, Assessment & Disease Monitoring. The collection highlights studies on sensory loss and changes as predictors of ADRD: tinyurl.com/5f5syey3

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Next week, TIME-AD will be at the #MELODEM Annual Meeting. MELODEM brings together researchers advancing methods for studying dementia and cognitive decline. 🔗 Learn about MELODEM: sites.bu.edu/melodem/about/

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Methods for Longitudinal Studies in Dementia (MELODEM)

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

It’s been a great few days at #SER2026! TIME-AD researchers have been sharing work on causal inference, cognitive aging, alcohol use, dementia, and more. Thanks to everyone who stopped by our posters for thoughtful discussions, we’ve loved the conversations so far! #DementiaResearch

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

#SER2026 starts today! The TIME-AD team has officially made it to Phoenix, Arizona, looking forward to engaging in conversations around epidemiologic methods, evidence triangulation, and advancing research in Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Today is Juneteenth. We’re committed to listening, learning, and reflecting on the histories and experiences that shape our communities and research. At TIME-AD, this reinforces our commitment to rigorous research that strengthens impact across populations. #Juneteenth

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

How does loneliness affect brain health? A recent TIME-AD study examined whether reducing loneliness could help protect memory function in older adults. Check it out: academic.oup.com/aje/advance-... #LonelinessAwarenessWeek

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Today marks the start of Loneliness Awareness Week 💙 Social isolation has been linked to increased risk of dementia. TIME-AD is researching how social isolation and interventions to reduce it may impact ADRD risk. Learn more: www.time-ad.org/projects/car...

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

🌟 Scientist Spotlight: Annie Pederson Annie works on TIME-AD’s Project 2, exploring how depression may affect memory, thinking, and dementia risk, as well as how depressive symptoms relate to biological signs of Alzheimer’s disease. 🔗 Learn more about Annie: www.time-ad.org/annie-pederson

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

The countdown to SER 2026 is on! TIME-AD is excited to attend next week’s Society for Epidemiologic Research Annual Meeting and join conversations advancing epidemiologic methods and ADRD research. See you at #SER2026!

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

ICYMI 📌 A recent editorial by Dr. Willa Brenowitz explores how bias may shape the link between hearing impairment and cognitive decline. This is key for understanding whether treating hearing loss can help prevent or delay dementia. 🔗 journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/...

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month 🧠 Explore resources on healthy brain ageing, such as the Alzheimer’s Association’s “10 Healthy Habits for Your Brain”: www.alz.org/help-support... Thank you to the National Institute on Aging for supporting TIME-AD’s work advancing Alzheimer’s research.

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

💡As #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth concludes, we’re highlighting the link between mental and brain health. Untreated depression is a modifiable risk factor for dementia, and chronic pain can increase that risk. 🌐 TIME-AD studies these links to reduce dementia disparities: tinyurl.com/2s5sehkt

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

TIME-AD’s Willa Brenowitz, PhD, MPH and Kristine Yaffe, MD helped put together a Special Issue on Sensory Loss in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease 🧠 Check it out: journals.sagepub.com/toc/alza/110...

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Did you know? According to the @alzassociation.bsky.social, Alzheimer's disease begins 20+ years before memory loss develops. By the time of diagnosis, brain changes have been happening for decades. Early research and awareness can change that. 🧠 #Dementia #BrainHealth #AlzheimersAssociation

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

🔬How reliable is scientific evidence? Led by Sarah Ackley, TIME-AD used ChatGPT models to analyze statistical metadata from 10s of thousands of studies, uncovering patterns in p-values and bias, and benchmarked LLMs against expert review to assess accuracy, consistency, and scalability.

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

May is AAPI Heritage Month, a time to celebrate the cultures and contributions of AAPI communities and reflect on the experiences that shape them. At TIME-AD, we’re committed to advancing research that better represents and serves all. #AAPIHeritageMonth #AAPI

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

May is Older Americans Month, and Speech & Hearing Awareness Month 🧠 Sensory impairments affect up to 40% of older adults and are linked to higher Alzheimer’s risk. TIME-AD evaluates whether treating them can reduce dementia risk and health inequities. 🔗 www.time-ad.org/projects/sus...

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Excited for today’s MPH Fellows Research Presentation at BU! TIME-AD presenters: Vishwa Desai, Remy Mosaheb, Niharika Sharma, Hillary Tran, Jannatul Naym, Arda Terterian, Tiffany Mai, Aayushi Pagnis, Afzalbek Fayzullaev, and Rhea Dcunha. Open to BUSPH staff & students- we hope to see you there!

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

🧠 Alzheimer’s was first identified in 1906 by Alois Alzheimer. Since then, research has advanced substantially. Here are some key milestones in ADRD research: tinyurl.com/2sfwxjtx 🔬 At TIME-AD, we integrate evidence across studies to identify interventions that may help prevent dementia.

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Alzheimer’s & Brain Research Milestones | Alzheimer's Association

Alzheimer's, brain and dementia research milestones – track key advances in treatments, clinical trials, raising awareness and setting a national agenda.

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

🚨We started an evidence triangulation starter pack, bringing together some of the top voices on Bluesky sharing insights on epidemiology, causal inference, and research methods: go.bsky.app/2neDAbe Do you have suggestions for accounts to add? Let us know!

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

🔬 Research Reflections: Dima L. Chaar, PhD, MHI Dima began her dementia research through her dissertation, integrating genetic, epigenetic, and socio-contextual data to study dementia pathways. She now advances cognitive aging research as a TIME-AD Investigator. 🔗 www.time-ad.org/dima-chaar

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Triangulation of Innovative Methods to End Alzheimer’s Disease @timead.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Did you know? 🤔 According to @alzheimersresearchuk.org, alcohol is one of 14 modifiable risk factors that could prevent up to 45% of dementia cases. At TIME-AD, we're working to better quantify that risk. 🔗 Learn about our work: tinyurl.com/5fhnhrpb #AlcoholAwarenessMonth

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