University of Wisconsin–Madison

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Announcing the IEA Innovation Fund

On behalf of the Initiative to End Alzheimer’s, we are pleased to announce the IEA Innovation Fund, providing project support for researchers at Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Institute and Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center. The fund was launched in March 2023, with initial support of $100,000 to be awarded on a rolling basis. The IEA Innovation Fund …

Dr. Mora Pinzon appointed to assistant professor

Dr. Mora Pinzon's work focuses on health services research in dementia care, and improving access to dementia care for Latinx individuals.

Dementia Matters episode discusses lecanemab, the latest Alzheimer’s drug to receive FDA accelerated approval

On a recent episode of the Dementia Matters podcast, host Nathaniel Chin, MD, gives an overview of the new Alzheimer’s treatment Leqembi (lecanemab), and highlights results from the second and third phases of its clinical trials.

Amazing Grace Chorus performs holiday concert

How sweet the sound at a live, in person concert on December 17.

Register today! WAI Annual Update is Nov. 10 – Nov. 11

20th Annual Update in Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias

Badger Talks features Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Institute speakers

Wisconsin Alzheimer's Institute scientists and program leaders joined Badger Talks throughout the month of June, in recognition of Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month

Breaking the Silence returns, offers updates in care, research, and impact of disease on communities of color

2022 Breaking the Silence event held over three programs in April 2022. Watch now.

Dr. Johnson describes importance, generosity of Alzheimer’s disease research participants

Independent documentary illustrates the meaningful dedication of research participants, Johnson said.

“Determined: Fighting Alzheimer’s” premieres on NOVA April 6

We are thrilled to share the news “Determined: Fighting Alzheimer’s” will premiere on the PBS series NOVA Wednesday, April 6, 2022 at 8 p.m. CT. Watch a preview now. Filmed over five years, DETERMINED is an independent documentary portraying the stories of three women and their decision to participate in Alzheimer’s disease research. The film …

Dr. Walaszek publishes new book on late-life anxiety and depression

A new book, Late-Life Depression and Anxiety, edited by Art Walaszek, MD, provides a guide for health care providers to better diagnose and treat older adults with depression, anxiety or suicidal thoughts.