Aging is the strongest risk factor for Alzheimer’s, yet many seniors stay cognitively healthy, showing aging and Alzheimer’s aren’t one and the same. How are some brains resistant or resilient to disease pathology? I look forward to discussing this and more in conversation with Drs. Bateman and Orr.

Cure Alzheimer's Fund@curealzheimersfund.bsky.social · 5mo ago

You're Invited! Join us for a conversation with members of the CureAlz Brain Aging Consortium moderated by CureAlz CEO, Meg Smith, to discuss the biology of brain aging, recent scientific advances, and promising therapeutic avenues. Register here: https://ow.ly/B1fV50YWlNi

Brain donors are heroes! Alzheimer’s is a uniquely human disease & living brains are uniquely challenging to study. No research model can teach us as much as the real thing. We are grateful to those who donate to accelerate discovery & progress – thousands of labs learn from every brain donated.

Cure Alzheimer's Fund@curealzheimersfund.bsky.social · 7mo ago

Brain banks are one of the most powerful tools in modern neuroscience. They are collections of brains donated as a lasting gift to science. Scientists depend on donations to understand what goes wrong in diseases like Alzheimer’s and how to stop them. ow.ly/lmuU50YmnT0

Brain aging is the greatest risk factor for Alzheimer’s. The progress from CureAlz-funded breakthroughs has fueled this collaborative effort, built on years of foundational work supported by our donors. I’m proud of the vision behind this initiative and grateful to the researchers leading it.

Cure Alzheimer's Fund@curealzheimersfund.bsky.social · 8mo ago

We’re excited to launch the Brain Aging Consortium with six leading researchers to uncover how the biology of aging shapes Alzheimer’s risk. https://ow.ly/lpGW50Y8Vra Massachusetts Institute of Technology Stanford University WashU Medicine VIB-KU Leuven Center for Neuroscience #AlzheimersResearch

I’m grateful for the scientists who kept pushing Alzheimer’s research forward and the community that empowered them to do so—especially when science and progress most needed protection and support. Thank you to everyone who joined us in our mission this year!

Cure Alzheimer's Fund@curealzheimersfund.bsky.social · 9mo ago

This year, the Cure Alzheimer’s Fund community helped sustain critical momentum in Alzheimer’s research. Your support enabled us to stand with scientists through uncertainty, respond to urgent funding gaps, and advance discoveries toward effective treatments. https://ow.ly/JzoN50XQ7Kg

I’m proud to add my voice to today’s Virtual Day of Action. Continued support for NIH-funded research is essential to advancing discovery and protecting progress for families impacted by Alzheimer’s and so many other diseases. #UnitedforCures #CuresCantWait

Cure Alzheimer's Fund@curealzheimersfund.bsky.social · 10mo ago

Today’s the day! We are proud to join the National Day of Action to protect NIH funding. ☎️ Call your Members of Congress & urge support for strong, predictable funding for lifesaving research. Find your Congressperson here: https://www.govtrack.us/congress/members. #UnitedForCures #CuresCantWait

Behind every breakthrough in Alzheimer’s research are two essential forces: scientists pursuing discovery & supporters who make that pursuit possible. During Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, I’m especially grateful for the shared purpose that drives progress toward finding a cure.

Cure Alzheimer's Fund@curealzheimersfund.bsky.social · 11mo ago

During Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, we honor the millions of individuals & families affected by Alzheimer’s, and the scientists working tirelessly to change its course. Each new finding increases our understanding of Alzheimer’s and brings us closer to a cure. #AlzheimersAwarenessMonth

Can your gut help protect your brain from Alzheimer’s? At the forefront of microbiome research, Dr. Laura Cox explains how, as we age, changes in our gut microbiota might influence brain health and offer clues for preventing Alzheimer’s disease. bit.ly/43L41Pw #AlzheimersAwarenessMonth

Protecting your brain health — how well you think, learn, and remember — matters at every age. This #Worldalzheimersday, we’re reminded that building small, brain-healthy habits today can help protect memory and thinking for the future. curealz.org/the-basics-o... #BetterYourBrain #BrainHealth

There is no cure for Alzheimer’s—yet. But every new discovery brings us closer. In the 20 years since our founding, we've supported 325 researchers across 18 countries, enabling the world’s leading scientists to explore bold ideas & make game-changing discoveries. Research is the only path to a cure

Thrilled to welcome Jevon to the Cure Alzheimer’s Fund team. Her extensive experience in nonprofit events and donor engagement will be a tremendous asset as we work to advance our mission.

Cure Alzheimer's Fund@curealzheimersfund.bsky.social · last yr.

We're so excited to welcome Jevon to the CureAlz team! Jevon joins us with more than 15 years of experience in nonprofit event development and donor engagement, bringing a strategic vision that will help us elevate our experiences and build stronger connections with our community.

Thank you, Dr. Karen Duff, for sharing such valuable insights into the complexities of tau and amyloid in Alzheimer’s research. This important discussion highlights the critical questions moving the field forward. #Alzheimersresearch #amyloid #tau @ukdri.ac.uk

Cure Alzheimer's Fund@curealzheimersfund.bsky.social · last yr.

The Tangled Tale of Tau – Will Targeting Amyloid be Enough?” In this webinar, Dr. Duff examines a critical question in Alzheimer’s research, exploring the complex roles of tau & amyloid in disease progression. youtu.be/alpEsCeiXQs

We believe in the power of sharing information & collaboration! Our funded researchers work across disciplines and institutions, exchanging insights to speed up discoveries and deepen our understanding of Alzheimer’s disease. #AlzheimersResearch #Collaboration curealz.org/the-research...

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Every discovery starts with a question—and 20 years ago, Cure Alzheimer’s Fund was founded with one: What if we could fund the boldest ideas in Alzheimer’s research, without delay or distraction? I’m proud to share the 2024 Annual Report from Cure Alzheimer’s Fund. curealz.org/about-us/202...

2024 Results – Cure Alzheimer's Fund

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Given the many extraordinary papers published over the last two years from CureAlz-supported studies, the competition for this award was exciting and fierce. Congratulations to Dr. Yoo and Dr. Sun!

Cure Alzheimer's Fund@curealzheimersfund.bsky.social · last yr.

Congratulations to the 2025 Jeffrey L. Morby Prize winners: Dr. Andrew Yoo & Dr. Zhao Sun @washumedicine.bsky.social. Their winning paper, “Modeling Late-Onset Alzheimer’s Disease Neuropathology via Direct Neuronal Reprogramming,” was published in @science.org in Aug 2024. ow.ly/pwOE50WbOyE

Brittany and Christine bring outstanding leadership expertise and a clear passion for our cause, and I look forward to working more closely with them on the board.

Cure Alzheimer's Fund@curealzheimersfund.bsky.social · last yr.

We’re excited to announce the appointment of Christine Villas-Boas and Brittany Bowlen to the Cure Alzheimer’s Fund Board of Directors. curealz.org/news-and-eve... #Welcome

Better Your Brain. 🧠 Connecting with others. When we interact with others through conversation or shared activities, our brains remain active and flexible, reducing the risk factors that contribute to Alzheimer's disease. Learn more: bit.ly/3H5AyY1

Congratulations to Drs. Kuchroo and Butovksy and their labs for this impressive translational work and effective partnership, including teamwork from members of the CureAlz Fleming APOE and Neuroimmune consortia.   @nature.com www.nature.com/articles/s41...

Immune checkpoint TIM-3 regulates microglia and Alzheimer’s disease - Nature

The immune-checkpoint molecule TIM-3 regulates microglial homeostasis, and its microglial-specific deletion reduced cognitive impairment in a mouse model of Alzheimer’s disease.

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May issue is online! Explore reviews on the #neuroimmune axis! The beautiful cover was designed by Ella Marushchenko, working with @jonykipnis.bsky.social. A brain encased in a walnut shell that is cracking open symbolizes our growing understanding of #neuroimmunology www.cell.com/immunity/iss...

Thank you, Dr. Bos, for sharing insights on the complex relationship between vascular and cognitive health.

Cure Alzheimer's Fund@curealzheimersfund.bsky.social · last yr.

Could the arteries in your brain be the key to combating dementia? Dr. Daniel Bos explains his research investigating how hardening of the arteries in the brain could be a key factor in causing dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. #dementia #brainarteries LINK: curealz.org/news-and-eve...

It's great to get a reminder today that science is ultimately about wonder and joy — congratulations to all the winners of the 2025 #DanceYourPhD, whose creativity and energy are truly inspiring. I've had "Collective Phenomena in Ultracold Dipolar Quantum Gases" stuck in my head all day!

Science Magazine@science.org · last yr.

🎉 The overall winner of this year’s #DanceYourPhD contest is Sulo Roukka, who meshed lab experiments with dance moves under flashing lights as sequined lab mates analyzed hot chilies and mint with fancy footwork. Watch the winning work and learn more about the category winners: scim.ag/4lSpjCl

What a pleasure to get to join Deborah Westphal on the Research Renaissance podcast! Deborah is a fantastic champion of science, and we appreciate the thoughtful attention she brings to making progress against Alzheimer's. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/h... @curealzheimersfund.bsky.social

How Philanthropy is Accelerating Alzheimer’s Breakthroughs with Meg Smith

Podcast Episode · Research Renaissance: Exploring the Future of Brain Science · 04/22/2025 · 55m

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What a fantastic week at #ADPD! I am grateful to be a part of this dedicated community committed to the scientific advances needed to improve the lives of those affected by Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. I am excited by the new data, ideas shared, and collaborations sparked by being together.

I’m looking forward to seeing colleagues from around the world at AD/PD. The conference always has a strong program of great talks from innovative Alzheimer’s & Parkinson’s labs. If you’re attending, I hope to connect & discuss where Alzheimer’s research needs to go next. #ADPD2025

Without future scientists, there is no future science, and it is through science we will develop new technologies and approaches to build a better future. The next generation of scientists can’t help us build a better future if we don’t foster them first. www.statnews.com/2025/03/24/e...

Five years ago, early career researchers needed help to survive the pandemic. Now they need it again

A generation of scientists and their future work will be lost if the U.S. doesn’t act now.

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What if we could have a world without Alzheimer’s? Our imagination and hope make us ask the question, and determination and science are what will take us from “what if” to “how.” Let's stand together for science! #standupforscience2025 @standupforscience.bsky.social