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Did you know? 2/3 of people with Alzheimer's are women. New research sheds light on why—and how hormone therapy, genetics & sex differences may impact brain aging. Learn more here 👇

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Can AI improve palliative care? Penn Nursing Ph.D. student Oonjee Oh explores AI’s role in end-of-life decision-making and caregiver support, emphasizing ethics, fairness, and patient-centered care.

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Apply now for the Christopher M. Clark Scholars Program at Penn ADRC! ✅ 2-year training for postdocs, grad students & junior faculty ✅ Up to $20K/year in financial support ✅ Mentorship & career development in ADRD research Deadline: March 17 | Start date: July 1 Apply today: bit.ly/3QxzAp1

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CALL FOR ABSTRACTS: the submission deadline has been extended until March 17!

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Want the latest in brain health, caregiving support & aging research? Stay informed with InSight, Penn Memory Center’s biweekly newsletter! Get expert insights, research breakthroughs, and upcoming community programs—straight to your inbox every other Thursday. 📩 Subscribe today! bit.ly/PMC-Insight

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42% dementia risk by age 95? What does this mean for public health, prevention, and care? PMC Co-Director Dr. Jason Karlawish joined All Home Care Matters to unpack new research, treatments, & the GUIDE model—a Medicare initiative changing how we care for dementia. 🎧 Watch/listen now!

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Malawi, known for its breathtaking landscapes, faces a hidden challenge: lack of memory care & aging research. Penn researchers are partnering with Malawian communities to test innovative blood biomarker technology—paving the way for early Alzheimer’s detection. Read more about this research 👇

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Can navigating busy streets protect the brain? A new study suggests taxi & ambulance drivers—who rely on spatial skills—may have lower Alzheimer’s-related death rates. While not a cure, this mental workout could help delay symptoms, says PMC Co-Director Dr. David Wolk.

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Save the Date - May 5, 2025: PARC Aging Retreat: Limits of Chronological Aging Learn More: mailchi.mp/pop/2025-par... Register to attend: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... PARC Associates and Penn aging researchers are encouraged to submit a brief abstract: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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🎧 New to podcasts? Here’s why you’ll love The Age of Aging! Imagine sitting down with world-class researchers, caregivers, and those living with cognitive challenges to explore aging in today’s world. Don’t just age—age wisely! 🔗 Subscribe today at linktr.ee/The_Age_of_Aging

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What does suffering in dementia really mean? PMC Co-Director Dr. Jason Karlawish explores how caregivers, not just patients, perceive and affirm suffering—shaping the experience of care. Read his latest essay in Cambridge University Press: 🔗 bit.ly/4k9t70Z

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🚨 Now accepting applications! 🚨 The Christopher M. Clark Scholars Program at Penn ADRC offers: ✅ 2-year ADRD research training ✅ Up to $20K/year in support ✅ Mentorship & career development Deadline: March 17, 2025 Start Date: July 1, 2025 🔗Apply today! bit.ly/3QxzAp1

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The 7th Annual DBEI Research Day is on Feb. 26, 2025, from 10 AM – 4 PM at the Perelman School of Medicine. Explore how AI is transforming healthcare at this exciting event. Register now: dbei.med.upenn.edu/news-events/...

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What place holds special meaning for you? What lesson shaped you? What’s the story behind your name? We're launching Beautiful Questions—conversation starters to spark connection & storytelling. Reply with your answer + first name & city, and you may be featured on The Age of Aging podcast!

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Calling all students passionate about aging research! The STAR Internship at Penn’s Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center is a 9-week paid opportunity providing hands-on research experience, classroom learning, and faculty mentorship. Applications due Feb. 21! Learn more & apply: bit.ly/4i5sZOy

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Dr. Kyra O’Brien spoke with @wviatvfm.bsky.social about the impact of Memory Cafés both at PMC and beyond—safe spaces for older adults with memory loss to connect. She also highlighted the importance of caregiver self-care. “They feel more at ease just being themselves.” Full conversation 👇

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Memory loss isn’t always Alzheimer’s. LATE, a common but often misdiagnosed dementia, affects 1 in 4 people over 80 and mimics Alzheimer’s. "Most clinicians & patients have never heard of LATE." – Dr. David Wolk, PMC co-director. Understanding dementia types leads to better diagnoses & treatments.

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🔥 New Op-Ed in the @nytimes by @PennPARC Research Associates Rachel M. Werner & Norma B. Coe ➡️ "Your Parents Deserve More From Their Nursing Home" Read the Op-Ed: www.nytimes.com/2025/02/07/o... @rachelwerner.bsky.social @pennldi.bsky.social

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Caregiving isn’t just about providing support—it’s about the lessons we learn along the way. Liv Hall’s journey of caring for her grandmother, Mommom, shaped her perspective, strengthened friendships, and showed her the beauty of aging with dignity. Read more here: bit.ly/3EcHpxo

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Poster Submission now OPEN! Submit your poster for the Penn Institute on Aging's Sylvan M. Cohen Annual Retreat and Poster Session, co-sponsored by the Penn Center of Excellence in Environmental Toxicology (CEET), on March 11. To learn more about poster submission & guidelines, visit: bit.ly/42SR5Yi

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Financial losses can begin years before a dementia diagnosis—missed payments, declining credit, and net worth declines. Experts at the MIT AgeLab & AARP symposium discussed the hidden risks and strategies to protect finances. Learn more! 👇

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How does your brain change as you age? Penn Neurologist Dr. Roy Hamilton breaks down the differences between normal aging and early signs of dementia & Alzheimer’s on the Living 100 Club podcast—plus, tips to keep your mind sharp! Listen here! 👇

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Can immersive spaces like faux nurseries & town squares help people with dementia—or do they raise ethical concerns? PMC Co-Director Dr. Jason Karlawish urges more meaningful engagement: “We could find more creative ways,” like Memory Cafés, art workshops & pet therapy.

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Want fresh takes on aging well? Every other Thursday, 'The Age of Aging' news magazine brings brain health tips, caregiving stories, and podcast highlights to your inbox. Subscribe & share! 🔗 bit.ly/AoA-News-Magazine

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Registration is open for the fifth annual Penn Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD) Center, Familial Conference: Uncovering the Genetics of FTD/ALS. This virtual conference will take place on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, from 3:00PM-6:00PM EST. Register now at the link in our bio!

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Calling future leaders in Alzheimer's research! The Christopher M. Clark Scholars Program at Penn Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center is accepting applications! ✔️ Up to $20K/year in support ✔️ Training in basic, translational, or clinical research Apply by March 17! Learn more at: bit.ly/40LGSKq

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How can we better target treatments for dementia? On 'The Age of Aging' podcast, PMC Co-Director Dr. David Wolk explores the future of Alzheimer’s research—breaking down cognitive symptoms to find the best treatments. 🎧 Listen now: bit.ly/AoA-Dementia-in-2025

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Know a student passionate about aging research? Share this! Penn’s Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center offers a 9-week paid summer internship ($4,500 stipend) with hands-on research, faculty mentorship & classroom learning. 📅 June 9 - Aug 8 ✍️ Apply by Feb 21: pennmemorycenter.org/training

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In last week's episode of 'The Age of Aging,' PMC Co-Director Dr. Jason Karlawish reflects on the advancements in diagnostics, therapeutics, & more. “What once seemed impossible is now a reality.” 🎙️ Tune in for a roundtable discussion with leading experts in the field: bit.ly/AoA-Dementia-in-2025

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Penn Medicine researchers, led by PMC Co-Director Dr. David Wolk, unveil new diagnostic guidelines for LATE, a memory disorder often mistaken for Alzheimer’s. Learn how this could reshape memory disorder diagnosis and care.

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In this week’s episode of 'The Age of Aging', Dr. Edward Lee, co-director of the Institute on Aging, explains how research at Penn is uncovering the connections between environment, stress & brain health. Tune in to hear insights from leaders in dementia research. 🎧 bit.ly/AoA-Dementia-in-2025

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You’ve probably heard of PMC's Cognitive Comedy program, but are you wondering what it’s all about? Staff writer Meg McCarthy shares her firsthand experience observing the joy and impact of this free, virtual program, open to individuals with cognitive impairment. 🔗 bit.ly/3EiJwja

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Kick off 2025 with a must-listen episode of 'The Age of Aging' podcast! Join PMC Co-Directors Drs. David Wolk & Jason Karlawish, and Dr. Edward Lee, co-director of the Institute on Aging, as they reflect on 2024’s milestones & share their vision for the future. Listen now: bit.ly/4h3pbgz

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A new study reveals that 42% of people aged 55+ may develop dementia by age 95. Black Americans are at even higher risk, with earlier diagnoses. Penn Memory Center Co-Director Dr. Jason Karlawish calls this a wake-up call: "There are actionable policy solutions to make people healthy."

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Congratulations to Li-San Wang on being appointed the Associate Dean for Computing at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine! Wishing him great success in shaping the future of medicine and technology.

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The Penn FTD Center and Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration will host the 2025 FTD Clinical Research Learning Institute! Applications to be an FTD CRLI Research Ambassador will be open January 10th - February 7th. For more information, click on the link in our bio!

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What’s next for aging research, Alzheimer’s, and dementia care? The Age of Aging podcast delivers the answers you need! Seasons 1 & 2 are streaming now. Don’t miss the upcoming bonus roundtable with the nation's top experts on 2024 breakthroughs & 2025 insights. 🔔 Follow/subscribe today!

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What drives atypical Alzheimer’s? Penn researcher Lasya Sreepada is uncovering the role of biological aging in shaping this unique form of the disease. Tools like CoMET and epigenetic clocks are opening doors to precision medicine.

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Retired neurologist Dr. Daniel Gibbs shares his unique journey living with Alzheimer's—balancing life as a caregiver and patient. From exercise to the MIND diet, he highlights lifestyle changes & early intervention to slow progression.

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