Research Week: The Power of Community - Enhancing Dementia Research & Care Together

Join us for an engaging presentation and workshop during Western’s Research Week, focused on the dementia journey from prevention to diagnosis and post-diagnostic care. This session will provide valuable insights into the latest research surrounding dementia, including potential treatments and preventative measures. Led by experts in the field, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the impact of dementia on individuals and their families, as well as learn practical tools and strategies to support risk reduction.

Whether you are a student, caregiver, healthcare professional, or simply interested in learning more about dementia, this event is not to be missed.

Date and Time: 12 July 2023 (Wed), 10am to 12pm (inclusive of presentations and workshop)

Venue: Western Sydney University - Westmead Precinct - Level 4 Seminar Room 160 Hawkesbury Road Westmead, NSW 2145

List of Speakers:

• Professor Tim Karl, Professor, Behavioural Neuroscience, School of Medicine, Translational Health Research Institute, Western Sydney University
• Professor Gerald Muench, Professor Pharmacology, School of Medicine, Western Sydney University
• Associate Professor Gen Steiner-Lim, NHMRC-ARC Emerging Leadership Fellow, NICM Health Research Institute, Western Sydney University
• Dr Diana Karamacoska, Research Support Program Fellow - Healthy Ageing: Healthy Brain Ageing and Dementia Prevention, NICM Health Research Institute, Western Sydney University
• Dr Celia Harris, Director, Impact and Engagement, and Vice Chancellor's Senior Research Fellow in Cognitive Neuroscience, The MARCS Institute for Brain, Behaviour, and Development, Western Sydney University
• Dr Sandra Garrido, Senior Lecturer, The MARCS Institute for Brain, Behaviour, and Development, Western Sydney University
• Dr Joyce Siette, Research Theme Fellow (Health and Wellbeing), The MARCS Institute for Brain, Behaviour, and Development, Western Sydney University
• Associate Professor Ann Dadich, Associate Professor, Human Resources & Management, School of Business, Western Sydney University

Morning tea will be provided.

Click here to register.

For more information, please contact Dr Joyce Siette at joyce.siette@westernsydney.edu.au.