KU Alzheimer's Disease Research Center

03/11/2026

🎉 Huge shoutout to our superstar Reagan Smith, CRO Clinical Research Coordinator, for crushing the SOCRA Certified Clinical Research Professional Exam!

She's now officially a CCRP – earning that international stamp of excellence in clinical research knowledge, education, and experience. All those extra study hours paid off big time! Let's give Reagan a virtual round of applause for her dedication and hard work. 👏

Proud to have such talented folks advancing Alzheimer's research at KU ADRC! Who's inspired by Reagan's achievement? Comment below!

03/06/2026

🎉 Big congrats to our star team member, Ankit Patel! Last week, he took home 1st place for his poster presentation at the Brain Health Conference in Dallas, sponsored by UT Dallas and the Center for Brain Health.

His groundbreaking work? “The Brain Health Index is Associated with Predicted Brain Age” – shining a light on innovative ways to support cognitive health!

Proud of you, Ankit – you're advancing Alzheimer's research one step at a time!

02/26/2026

🧠 Calling all Nurse Practitioners in rural Kansas! Alzheimer's affects over 6 million Americans today – and could reach 13.8 million by 2060. It's time to step up and make a difference!

Kansas 4M and the University of Kansas Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center are launching the 2026 Advanced Practice Provider Rural Brain Health Fellowship. Train the next generation of experts to care for older adults with Alzheimer’s and related disorders – all while staying in your current rural clinic.

Why join?
✅ Boost your knowledge and confidence in dementia care
✅ Train on-the-job without relocating
✅ Get financial support while you learn

Eligibility: New or experienced NPs, graduated from an accredited program, board certified (or pending), licensed with DEA, and working in rural Kansas.

Apply now and help build a brighter future for brain health in our communities! Click here for details:

Thank you for your interest in the University of Kansas Alzheimer's Disease Research Center & Kansas 4M Rural Brain Health Fellowship for Nurse Practitioners. This fellowship will include 9 months of intensive training to acquire the clinical skills needed to optimally diagnose and treat individuals...

02/26/2026

🖤 Black History Month Spotlight: Research That Matters 🖤

African American communities face higher rates of both dementia and cerebrovascular disease (CVD) —conditions that affect blood flow to the brain, such as stroke. Yet we still know too little about how these conditions are connected.

That’s exactly why we’re running the CVD in African Americans Study at the KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center. We’re inviting African Americans age 60 and older, without dementia, to help us better understand CVD risk factors. Those with or without CVD are encouraged to participate.

Your contribution to this research may help to improve prevention, diagnosis, and treatment for our communities.

What’s involved?
✅ Memory and thinking tests
✅ Short questionnaires
✅ One MRI scan
✅ 1–4 visits over 6 months or less
✅ Compensation for participation

Interested?
Click the link below or call 913-588-0555, option 1 to learn more and express interest today.

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02/19/2026

African Americans are more than twice as likely to develop Alzheimer's and related dementiasand have not been equitably represented in research. That gap means we're missing critical insights that could change care for everyone.

This February and always, let's honor Black excellence by closing this research gap.

Whether you have had cognitive changes or not, you can help us close the gap by clicking the link below and becoming part of the KU ADRC's research cohort.

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02/06/2026

Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment or Alzheimer’s?

We’re looking for diagnosed individuals ages 50–80 to join a paid research study at the KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center that uses your sense of smell to help detect dementia earlier.

Click the link to learn more and join today! →

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02/06/2026

What an epic showdown at our office Olympics! 🏅🔥 Huge congrats to this year’s medalists and a big thank you to Rachel Ruiz, Iri Torres, and Reagan Smith for organizing such a fun and competitive event for everyone.

🥇 Gold Team: Rachel B, Melissa, Reanna, Tanner & Rafa
🥈 Silver Team: William, Reagan, Keri, Madison M & Ellen
🥉 Bronze Team: Becca, Amanda, Ally, Julie & Jane

The games may be over here, but the real Olympics kick off with the Opening Ceremony this Friday, February 6 — don’t forget to tune in and keep the competitive spirit going! 🎉🏆

02/04/2026

📅 Please join us TOMORROW, February 5, at 2:00 pm Central Time for the Weekly Webinar featuring Jeffrey Burns, MD!

Considering an Alzheimer’s clinical trial but not sure what to expect? This week’s Weekly Webinar features Dr. Jeffrey Burns, co-director of the KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, who will walk through the clinical trial process with clarity and compassion — from first questions to what happens after a study ends. He’ll cover why trials matter, who may be eligible, and what participation looks like, including screening, study visits, trial phases, placebo and blinding, as well as safety, costs, compensation, and the role of study partners. Whether you’re exploring research for yourself, a loved one, or simply want to better understand how studies shape future care, this session offers practical, transparent insight grounded in real-world experience.

🔗 To access this insightful Zoom webinar, click the link on Thursday: https://kuadrc.org/WeeklyWebinarRoom. Can't make it live? Catch the replays on our YouTube Channel.

01/30/2026

Big news from the KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center! 🎉 Please join us in congratulating Andrew Aschenbrenner, Ph.D., Assistant Professor at the KU ADRC, on receiving an award to lead an important new research study focused on safety monitoring during Alzheimer’s treatment.

Some newer anti-amyloid therapies are associated with possible side effects that can affect the brain. Dr. Aschenbrenner’s study, called CoMTAD, is working to develop and study a brief smartphone-based memory and thinking assessment that participants can complete from home. The goal of this research is to better understand how remote cognitive tools may help clinicians monitor for changes during treatment without requiring as many in-clinic visits.

We’re proud to see KU ADRC researchers advancing tools that aim to support patient safety and expand what’s possible in Alzheimer’s care and research. 💜

01/29/2026

Cheer on amazing performers and support our community at the BE BOLD Talent Show! Feb 28—RSVP today 👇
https://kuadrc.org/talentshow

✨CHIP-ID’s BE BOLD Talent Show is taking the stage! ✨

Celebrate talent, creativity, and inclusion at CHIP-ID’s BE BOLD Talent Show!

Come cheer on amazing performers, celebrate inclusion, and support our community. 💙

Share this post, scan the QR code, or follow the link to register your attendance! https://kuadrc.org/talentshow

01/28/2026

📅 Please join us on Thursday, January 29, at 2:00 pm Central Time for the Weekly Webinar featuring Kelly G Loeb and the work of Joo Lee PhD, MT-BC!

Music has a powerful way of reaching us — even when memory changes. 💜 This week’s webinar highlights Shine Your Light, a dementia choir program that uses music therapy to support memory, mood, and meaningful connection for individuals living with memory challenges and their care partners. A partnership between the KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center and the UMKC Conservatory, this joyful program incorporates familiar songs, breathing and vocal exercises, gentle movement, and shared participation to foster expression and social connection — no musical experience required. Join us to learn how board-certified music therapist Sun Joo Lee, PhD, MT-BC, uses music to support the whole person and how you or someone you care for can get involved.

🔗 To access this insightful Zoom webinar, click the link on Thursday: https://kuadrc.org/WeeklyWebinarRoom. Can't make it live? Catch the replays on our YouTube Channel.

01/08/2026

🚨 FINAL CALL FOR TALENT! 🚨

BE BOLD Intellectual Disabilities Talent Showcase needs YOUR creativity! Artists & performers with intellectual disabilities:

Submit your artwork or talent by TOMORROW, Jan 9!
Event: Feb 28, 2026 | Kansas City
Enter now 👉 kuadrc.org/bold-talentform

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