Mesulam Center Connections
We are proud to bring you our new monthly email newsletter, Connections. Each installation will offers stories and updates about individuals living with dementia, their caregivers, research findings, support, and more.
Recent Issues
May 2022
We hosted the first in-person Alzheimer Day in three years. Read about the event, Dr. Mesulam's recent keynote lecture, and Jason Boschan running the Mt. Everest Marathon.
October 2021
This month, we share the exciting news that the SuperAging grant received $20 million in funding to expand research across the US and Canada, as well as upcoming events.
September 2021
As fall begins, we highlight the naming of the Buddy Program and the significance of one family’s gift, as well as the latest PPA research and upcoming events.
August 2021
This month we recap the research our faculty and staff presented at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference and share the story of a research participant and novelist living with PPA.Past Issues
2021
- July 2021: This issue highlights a return to in-person research visits, one PPA participant's story, and upcoming events hosted by our community partners.
- June 2021: This month we discuss important research milestones including success with neuroimaging and the newly FDA approved drug, aducanumab.
- May 2021: In May we hosted our annual Alzheimer Day conference online. Read more about the event and a new collaborative study as well as upcoming events.
- April 2021: This month we recap our PPA Conference, share the experience of one of our research participants and news of a recent faculty grant.
- March 2021: In this issue, we highlight the different between normal aging and dementia, a research participant's experience, and invite you to attend our online conferences.
- February 2021: This month, we highlight our partnership with the Atlas Center, feature a family's participation in research, and provide information about our upcoming PPA Conference
- January 2021: In this issue, we interview a SuperAger, share how the Neurobehavior and Memory Clinic has adapted during the pandemic, and highlight recent PPA research.
2020
- December 2020: In this issue, we review the unique year, new research on Novel Alzheimer’s Disease genetic risk factors for African Americans, and more.
- November 2020: This month we offer tips for caregivers during the holidays, insight into new PPA research, and how our faculty are addressing the neurological symptoms of COVID.
- October 2020: Read about how the center community walked to support dementia research and is staying connected during the pandemic.
- September 2020: Learn more about becoming a Mesulam Center Research Advocate, brain donation at the Center, and our upcoming Alzheimer Day.
- August 2020: Our first issue includes an introduction by Dr. Mesulam, a reflection from a Buddy Program participant, and more.