NRS Neuroprogressive and Dementia Network

22/04/2026

We are inviting people living with dementia to take part in a research project focused on post-diagnostic support.

This project aims to improve life for people with dementia, particularly those living in care homes, by bringing people together to share their experiences, ideas, and insights.

Who can take part?
• People living with dementia (you do not need to live in a care home)
• Family members of care home residents
• Care home staff

What’s involved?
• 4 online meetings
• 1 in-person event

If you are interested in taking part or would like to find out more, please get in touch:
rosalie.ashworth@nhs.scot

22/04/2026

Join us at The Barracks, Stirling on Thursday 28 May – Friday 29 May (09:30–16:30) for a conference showcasing and discussing research across dementia, brain health, and neurodegenerative disease.

This event will celebrate research taking place across Scotland, bringing together a wide range of disciplines and perspectives.

Hear from world-leading academics, early career researchers, and people with lived experience, sharing insights and shaping future research.

The conference is jointly organised by the Scottish Dementia Research Consortium, the Brain Health ARC, and the NHS Research Scotland Neuroprogressive and Dementia Network.

08/04/2026

After attending our conference in March Cunningham House Falkirk Health and Social Care Partnership registered with us! Welcome to ENRICH!
Pictured below Sharon Dooley Senior Social Care Worker receiving her certificate today.
Thank you to everyone supporting and co-creating research in care homes — your involvement makes a real difference. Enrich Scotland Falkirk Health and Social Care Partnership

02/04/2026

A great day at the ENRICH Scotland 2026 Conference . Thank you to everyone who joined us for a day of collaboration, discussion, and co-creating research in care homes. It was inspiring to see researchers, care home staff, policy makers, and the public coming together to shape what comes next.

11/03/2026

We’re excited to share that 1,524 people have already signed up to take part in research.
Thank you to everyone helping us move research forward.
Interested in taking part? Learn more and sign up through the link: https://www.nhsresearchscotland.org.uk/research-areas/dementia-and-neurodegenerative-disease

26/02/2026

Do you or someone you know live with Parkinson's? Learn the signs, understand the symptoms, and find out how you can take part in research. Scan the QR code in the slides to get involved.

13/02/2026

This week, the first participant was recruited for the ASPro-PD clinical trial at NHS Lothian, the only site in Scotland recruiting for this Phase III study investigating whether ambroxol may help slow the progression of Parkinson’s disease.
Find out more about the study here: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/comprehensive-clinical-trials-unit/research-projects/2025/mar/aspro-pd

12/02/2026

❓Are you living with dementia, or do you support someone who is?

Your experiences can help shape future research. Help increase understanding of what makes it easier or more challenging to get involved in research-related activities by completing this short questionnaire, which takes around 10–15 minutes.

👉 Find out more and take part at: https://edinburgh.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2959Tcw91fmkjrg

✉️ If you have any questions, please get in touch at: tay.ppipartners@nhs.scot

03/02/2026

📰 We are pleased to share the latest Partners in Research Newsletter!

This issue features two new research requests where your feedback can make a real impact. You’ll also find an overview of recent activities and upcoming events - plus, we’re introducing our new administrator, Gillian! 👋

Have questions or want more information on anything included in this newsletter? Contact us at: tay.ppipartners@nhs.scot

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22/01/2026

If you're are a part of the care home community or are interested in care home research check out this podcast by our colleagues over at Enrich Scotland

The quote below comes from Episode 2 of the RICH Voices podcast, featuring Education and Dementia Coordinator, Cheryl Henderson, care home managers Kirsty Cartin and Shona MacDonald, and ENRICH Scotland's Clinical Studies Officer, Diane Frew. Together, they explore care home research, how teams support studies on the ground, and why involvement matters.

Listen on Spotify, Apple, Amazon and other major platforms: https://tinyurl.com/hb8rm29t

Cheryl Henderson, Education & Dementia Coordinator, highlights the vital role research plays in informing best practice. By engaging in research, care homes - and the expertise of their staff - can help shape and strengthen the future of care.

🎧 If you haven’t already, tune in to Episode 2 of the RICH Voices podcast, where we speak with Cheryl, care home managers Kirsty Cartin and Shona MacDonald, and Clinical Studies Officer at ENRICH Scotland, Diane Frew. Together, they explore care home research, how teams support studies on the ground, and why involvement matters.

Listen now on Spotify, Apple, Amazon and other major platforms: https://tinyurl.com/hb8rm29t

21/01/2026

💙 NDN National Meeting-19 January 2026 💙
Our team came together at Edinburgh Zoo to connect, collaborate, and plan for the year ahead.
A big thank you to everyone who joined us — your support drives our research forward!

01/01/2026

✨ A New Year, New Opportunities for Research ✨
A new year brings new opportunities to collaborate, innovate, and make a difference in neuroprogressive and dementia research.

Here’s to progress, partnerships, and hope for the future. 💙