Adam Smith chats with Dr Claire Sexton, Senior Director, Scientific Programs and Outreach from the Alzheimer’s Association. Discussing this year’s Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC) 28th July to 1st August (+preconference on the 25th – 27th).

Taking place inperson in Philadelphia and online the world’s leading basic scientists, clinical researchers, early career investigators, clinicians and the care research community will share breaking research discoveries that will lead to methods of prevention and treatment and improvements in diagnosis for Alzheimer’s disease.

In this exciting edition, we will be giving you an exclusive sneak peek into one of the most highly anticipated events in dementia research conference calendar (also a world first exclusive on the location for 2025).

Join us as we explore into how you can attend, the scientific programme, extra events and just what the AAIC will deliver this year. With leading experts, visionary thinkers, and research pioneers gathering under one roof, this conference promises to not only showcase groundbreaking discoveries, but also be a place where you will get careers support, and unrivalled networking opportunities.

To book your place visit – http://www.aaic.alz.org
Join ISTAART to get a free online ticket – http://www.istaart.alz.org
AAIC For ALL https://www.alz.org/aaicforall/over...

Dr Helena Gellersen’s blog on getting the most out of AAIC:
https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.a...

Students worldwide and researchers from Low and MiddleIncome Countries are now eligible for free ISTAART Membership (and ISTAART members can attend the AAIC Online for Free) Become a member, then register for the conference if you can't make it inperson.

00:00 Introductions
02:10 When and where is the AAIC and how do people join?
08:01 Preconference insights
17:08 The scientific programme
28:18 Careers events, social events and more
34:56 AAIC for All
41:52 Other AAIC Conferences
43:58 Roundup and Goodbyes

Full biographies on all our guests and a transcript can be found on our website https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.a...

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This podcast is brought to you by University College London / UCLH NIHR Biomedical Research Centre in association with Alzheimer’s Association, Alzheimer's Research UK, Alzheimer's Society and Race Against Dementia who we thank for their ongoing support.