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Research
Most of our current knowledge about dementia has been discovered by researchers in the last 15 to 20 years. We must invest in dementia research now to promote continuing advances and bring hope for all people with dementia and their families.
Research Publications
 Draft Paper - Consumer Dementia Research Network
PDF file, 529 KB, October 2009
A draft paper outlining the basis for the establishment of a Consumer Dementia Research Network under the auspices of Alzheimer’s Australia and in partnership with the three Dementia Collaborative Research Centres was distributed at the recent National Dementia Research Forum held in Sydney.
Comments and suggestions are very welcome. Please email all comments and suggestions by 20 November 2009 to Michelle Hawkins.
Investing in a future without dementia
PDF file, 338 KB, August 2009
The publication contains profiles of Alzheimer's Australia Research Grant Recipients. Six Australian dementia researchers share how receiving a grant from Alzheimer's Australia Research has influenced their research and careers.
Consumer Involvement in Dementia Care Research
PDF file, 138 KB, August 2008
In 2006 Dr Colleen Doyle from La Trobe University was awarded an AAR Travelling Scholarship, which enabled her to travel to the US and the UK to investigate the role of consumers in dementia care research, policy and program evaluation.
The Dementia Collaborative Research Centres were established in 2006 under the Australian Government’s Dementia: A Health Priority Initiative.
There are three DCRCs with each centre focusing on a different area of dementia research:
- DCRC - Assessment and Better Care (based on UNSW)
- DCRC - Early Diagnosis and Prevention (based at ANU)
- DCRC - Carers & Consumers (based at QUT)
For more information, visit the Dementia Collaborative Research Centres website.
Further information
While Alzheimer’s Australia endeavours to provide current and accurate information it is important to stress that it should not be used for self-treatment. If you would like to find out more about any of the topics we cover please contact us or enquire with your doctor.
updated: 21 October 2009
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