KU Alzheimer's Disease Research Center

08/28/2025

🎉 Big congratulations to Riley Kemna, one of our Brain Health Training Program trainees, on being awarded the Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (F31) from the NIH!

This prestigious fellowship recognizes Riley’s outstanding research potential and supports her project, “Bioenergetic Contributions to Tau Phosphorylation in Aging and Alzheimer’s Disease,” which explores how mitochondrial function and cellular bioenergetics play a role in Alzheimer’s disease.

We are so proud to see Riley’s hard work and dedication honored at the national level—please join us in celebrating this incredible achievement! 👏

08/26/2025

📅 Please join us on Thursday, August 28, at 2:00 pm Central Time for the Weekly Webinar!

This week’s Weekly Webinar features Michele Dillon from the Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging, who will share the story of Care 4 All, a volunteer-powered program inspired by the nationally recognized Respite for All model. Founded in Montgomery, Alabama, this innovative, relationship-based approach provides meaningful activities—like art, music, games, exercise, and service projects—for individuals living with early to moderate-stage dementia, while also giving caregivers a much-needed break. Now thriving in Lawrence, Topeka, and Valley Falls, Care 4 All is a testament to how local churches, businesses, and volunteers can come together to create purpose, connection, and community for everyone 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.

08/08/2025

We are pleased to announce that the Request for Applications for the Brain Health Training Program are now open. The application deadline is Tuesday, October 21st at 11:59PM CST . We currently have one available Postdoctoral Fellow slot.

The Brain Health Training Program is supported by NIH T32 and P30 grants at the University of Kansas Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center. This program provides trainees with translational, interdisciplinary research training, equipping them for impactful careers focused on brain health, brain aging and Alzheimer’s Disease or related disorders (AD/ADRD).

See the flyer below or click this link for more information: kuadrc.org/rfa1021

08/07/2025

Attention, gentlemen 65 and older! Curious if sitting in a hot tub can offer similar benefits as hitting the gym? Join the Fight-AD study, which aims to find potential metabolic and brain health benefits. We're investigating if three hot tub sessions a week for 10 weeks can enhance glucose processing and overall health. If traditional exercise isn't your thing, this could be the solution you've been waiting for – click the link to sign up now! https://kuadrc.org/fightad

07/28/2025

We’re going beyond the usual this week with a special extended session of our Weekly Webinar!

✨ Join us IN-PERSON at the KU Clinical Research Center for an insightful talk with retired geriatrician Dr. Elizabeth Andes, who will share expert advice on:
✔️ Getting the most out of medical visits
✔️ What to say and ask during appointments
✔️ How to be heard when navigating dementia or cognitive change

📅 07/31/2025 | 2:00–3:30 PM CT
📍 Fairway Auditorium – 4350 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS
🥤 Light refreshments will be provided!

👉 Let us know how you plan to attend and register here: kuadrc.org/46wyALc

Let’s learn together how to better advocate for our health and the health of our loved ones. See you there!

💻 Can’t make it in person? No worries — we’ll also be on Zoom at the link below: https://kuadrc.org/WeeklyWebinarRoom

07/23/2025

📅 Please join us on Thursday, July 24, at 2:00 pm Central Time for the Weekly Webinar!

Heat therapy, from hot water immersion or sauna, has many of the same benefits as aerobic exercise. Learn about the latest research project from the KU ADRC exploring the potential benefits of heat therapy for cognitive function and brain health. Paige Geiger, PhD, is a Professor of Cell Biology and Physiology at KUMC and the Scientific Director of the KU Diabetes Institute. She has been researching the benefits of heat therapy on type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer’s Disease for 20 years.

🔗 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.

07/16/2025

🧠 Join us for Brain Health Weekend – July 18–19 in Overland Park!

We’re bringing two impactful, free events to the community, all focused on dementia education, caregiving support, and raising awareness.

📅 Friday, July 18
Dementia Training Room | 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
Matt Ross Community Center | 8101 Marty St.
A drop-in, hands-on experience for caregivers and healthcare providers.
💡 15-minute sessions repeat throughout the day – come when you can!
🎟️ Free & open to all
🔗 Register here: kuadrc.org/dtr
Proudly sponsored by Right at Home

📅 Saturday, July 19
Film Screening: The Mama Joe Project | 4:00–6:00 PM
Glenwood Arts Theater | 3707 W. 95th St.
🎬 A powerful new documentary exploring the life of a community champion turned dementia advocate after her Alzheimer’s diagnosis.
💬 Stick around after for a conversation on caregiving, community, and hope.
🔗 Register here: https://kuadrc.org/mamajoe

Let’s learn, connect, and support one another in the journey toward better brain health

07/09/2025

📅 Please join us on Thursday, July 10, at 2:00 pm Central Time for the Weekly Webinar!

This week’s webinar offers a powerful look into the realities of dementia care, featuring highlights from the immersive Dementia Training Room and a preview of the new film My Mama Joe: Hope and Help. Host Kelly G. Loeb will share practical strategies for caregiving, insights to build empathy, and stories that reflect the challenges and hope found in supporting loved ones with Alzheimer’s.

🔗 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.

07/07/2025

Last chance to join our 6-week Brain Health Boot Camp Zoom course! Each week, we’ll explore simple, science-backed strategies that can boost brain health and help reduce dementia risk or slow decline. This comprehensive program covers nutrition, sleep, exercise, and more. Our next course begins this Wednesday, July 9th. We'll meet on Wednesdays from 10 to 11 am CT. The course fee is $15 per person.

Learn more and sign up here! https://kuadrc.org/leap-bhbc Class recordings will be made available to everyone who registers.

LEAP! Brain Health Boot Camp is an online program to encourage healthy lifestyle habits for Alzheimer's prevention. Created by experts at the KU Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, it includes six modules with evidence-based strategies for improving & protecting brain health.

07/04/2025

🎆 Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸
Today we celebrate freedom, unity, and the spirit that brings us together as a nation. Wishing you a safe and joyful Independence Day filled with fireworks, family, and fun! ❤️🤍💙

07/01/2025

📅 Please join us on Thursday, July 3, at 2:00 pm Central Time for the Weekly Webinar!

In this heartfelt and enlightening session, we will delve into the profound intersection of fiction and dementia, exploring how storytelling not only reflects the lived experiences of those affected by cognitive decline but also enhances our own cognitive abilities and empathy. We'll examine two poignant novels—Welcome to the Honey B&B by Melody Carlson and Say You'll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez—that offer intimate portrayals of families navigating the challenges of dementia. Additionally, we'll discuss recent scientific findings that highlight the cognitive benefits of reading fiction, underscoring its role in fostering understanding and resilience. KU ADRC Community Engagement Coordinator (and bookworm) Kelly G. Loeb, MSW, will host and present this session of the Weekly Webinar, and she welcomes your suggestions for summer reading!

🔗 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.

06/30/2025

🧠 Dementia Training Room — Free Event for Caregivers & Healthcare Providers!

Join us on July 18, 2025, anytime between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM at the Matt Ross Community Center in Overland Park for a drop-in, educational event designed to support those who care for people living with dementia.

🕘 Sessions repeat every 15 minutes — come when you can, stay as long as you’d like!

📍 8101 Marty St, Overland Park, KS 66204
🎟️ Free & open to all
🔗 Register here: kuadrc.org/dtr

Proudly sponsored by Right at Home , Right at Home, Right at Home