BrightFocus Foundation

Cutting-edge diagnostic technologies, including AI-based models and blood tests are revolutionizing the early detection of dementia. Join us *today*, Oct 17 at 1:00 p.m. ET for a conversation with leading neurologist and Alzheimer’s expert, Dr. David M. Holtzman of Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis as he shares insights on the latest diagnostic methods, when and how to seek a diagnosis, and how to navigate the process.   To join us live and have your questions answered, visit: https://lnkd.in/eNfRa-ti. #Alzheimers #Health #Dementia

#Fact 🔴 Having a family history of #glaucoma greatly increases your risk. 💬 If you are already living with glaucoma, talking to your family members about it shows that you care and empowers them to protect their sight from glaucoma. Visit https://lnkd.in/eHF6dnHU to learn how to start this important conversation. ✔️

"Scientific progress relies on innovation and funding. Often, we have to propose low-risk projects with existing progress to secure NIH funding. However, we also need funding to explore high-risk, high-reward ideas. The support of the BrightFocus Foundation is crucial for early-stage projects. I am grateful to the foundation as it has allowed me to continue my work on a project studying new genetic variants associated with AD in African American subjects. Genetic studies in the African American population are limited, making it essential to expand AD research in that direction." Huge congrats to Giuseppina Tesco, professor of neuroscience, for receiving the Distinguished Investigator Award, which is conferred upon the top ranked applicant in the Standard Award Alzheimer’s Disease Research Program. 🎊 This outstanding achievement highlights Prof. Tesco as an innovator and scholar in the Alzheimer’s space. #TuftsMed #Alzheimers #Award #MedSchool

"Scientific progress relies on innovation and funding. Often, we have to propose low-risk projects with existing progress to secure NIH funding. However, we also need funding to explore high-risk, high-reward ideas. The support of the BrightFocus Foundation is crucial for early-stage projects. I am grateful to the foundation as it has allowed me to continue my work on a project studying new genetic variants associated with AD in African American subjects. Genetic studies in the African American population are limited, making it essential to expand AD research in that direction." Huge congrats to Giuseppina Tesco, professor of neuroscience, for receiving the Distinguished Investigator Award, which is conferred upon the top ranked applicant in the Standard Award Alzheimer’s Disease Research Program. 🎊 This outstanding achievement highlights Prof. Tesco as an innovator and scholar in the Alzheimer’s space. #TuftsMed #Alzheimers #Award #MedSchool

BrightFocus Foundation Alzheimer's Disease Research grant recipient Dr. Brittany Butts was always close with her grandmother. Losing her to Alzheimer’s disease inspired Dr. Butts to make a difference through dementia research, and now, she’s connecting new dots between cardiovascular and brain health. 🔑 Her research has the potential to unlock new treatments and prevention strategies for #Alzheimers. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dZF-uMcz. #Nonprofit #Impact #Inspiration

This is awesome! Ideagen® is proud to present the Global Partnerships Award to Hilarity for Charity (HFC) for their amazing work with BrightFocus Foundation and others supporting those affected by Alzheimer's while working tirelessly toward solutions. A huge thanks to Seth and Lauren Rogen, as well as Bonnie Wattles & the amazing team at HFC for making it happen! Tune in to hear from more industry trailblazers and thought leaders during the Global Partnerships Summit—available today at IdeagenGlobal.com!

How are new treatments redefining hope for people with Alzheimer’s disease? Tune in on Tuesday, October 22 at 2:00 pm ET for a live program to discuss how new treatments are transforming the management of early-stage #Alzheimers disease. Register on Medlive - A PlatformQ Health Brand's website to join in on the conversation: https://lnkd.in/djw97J77! #Health #AlzheimersDisease #Webinar

Missed our September Macular Chat about Stargardt disease? No worries! Catch up on our conversation with Dr. Christine Kay of Vitreo Retinal Associates, which covered Stargardt symptoms, diagnosis, resources, and the latest research. 🔊 Visit https://lnkd.in/ec2Q7KB5 to listen to the full episode. ✨ #Health #Stargardt #Podcast

Our own Dr. Srinivasa Sripathi was spotlighted in the BrightFocus Foundation’s annual report about stem cell research for age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The Retina Foundation is thankful for support received from the @BrightFocus Foundation and other generous donors so our brilliant scientists can accelerate the path to find solutions that save vision. We’ve posted the article below as well as a link to the entire report. https://bit.ly/4gTP1Uv