Alzheimer Day, held on May 15 by the Mesulam Center for Cognitive Neurology and Alzheimer's Disease, brought together patients, families, faculty, and students to discuss advancements in dementia research. Robert Vassar, PhD, highlighted the center's dedicated efforts towards understanding and treating Alzheimer's disease, particularly through recent findings that suggest enhancing brain immune cells can help clear harmful plaques. The event also honored Grace Minogue for her significant research on protein interactions in Alzheimer's, showcasing the center's commitment to academic excellence and community outreach.
Robert Vassar, PhD, emphasized the center's commitment to excellence in Alzheimer research: "We're focused on our academic excellence and continuing our research on Alzheimer's and related dementias as fervently as ever..."
John Disterhoft, PhD, honored Grace Minogue, stating, "The Marie and Carl Duncan Prize in Memory Disorders recognizes accomplishments in clinically relevant arenas of inquiry, and Grace exemplifies this through her important research on TDP-43."
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