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Researcher Stories - Dr Maura Malpetti - Alzheimer's Research UK Dr Maura Malpetti is a Race Against Dementia Alzheimer’s Research UK Fellow at the University of Cambridge

At last week’s #ARUKconf, we presented the David Hague Early-Career Investigator of the Year award to Dr Maura Malpetti for her outstanding work.

Read our interview with Maura on her research, career path and advice for others starting out: www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for...

05.03.2026 13:47 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Congratulations from all of us at Alzheimer's Research UK to Dr Selina Wray who's received the #AAICNeuro Excellence in Neuroscience Mentoring Award.

26.02.2026 16:44 👍 4 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Congratulations to Jean Corsan Prize winner,
Dr Robert McGeachan from @edinburghuni.bsky.social, for the best paper by an early career researcher! 👏

25.02.2026 13:40 👍 4 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Last Day of #ARUKConf stop by booth 13 and discover the reagents you require for your #neuroscience research!
Plus we're giving out the LEGO today! Stop by to enter our competition.

@alzresearchuk.bsky.social

25.02.2026 10:33 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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An engaging start to day 2 @alzheimersresearchuk.org Conference with Prof Tara Spires-Jones (UK DRI at Edinburgh) looking at the past, present & future of dementia research 🧠

Plenty more to look forward to including a keynote from Prof Henrik Zetterberg (UK DRI Biomarker Factory) to end the day!

25.02.2026 10:14 👍 5 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Congratulations to Dr Maura Malpetti on receiving David Hague Prize - awarded yearly to the most outstanding early career researcher in the field of biomedical dementia research. 👏

25.02.2026 11:11 👍 6 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Our #ARUKConf runners were up bright and early for a 5km run around Manchester 🏃

25.02.2026 08:37 👍 6 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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Brilliant first day at the annual @alzheimersresearchuk.org conference! Really great to catch up with dementia researchers from around the UK. And a massive congratulations to Maura Malpetti for being awarded the David Hague early career investigator award, so deserved!🧠🍊

24.02.2026 17:50 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Is you’re at the @alzheimersresearchuk.org conference in Manchester and want to learn more about Abeta pathogenesis in AD using iPSC models… come and see my poster at 8.17!

24.02.2026 17:52 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Come and visit the #ARUKConf stand!

Our team will be there to chat about funding opportunities, support for researchers, and ways to share your research.

24.02.2026 10:44 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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We’re all set and ready to welcome delegates to #ARUKConf tomorrow!

Safe travels and see you at registration from 8:30am.

23.02.2026 15:54 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Browse our other sponsors and exhibitors: www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for...

17.02.2026 13:52 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Researchers attending #ARUKConf will have access to an exhibition space featuring sponsors and exhibitors. We welcome Lilly UK as a Gold Sponsor, who is committed to working with the Government, NHS and patient organisations to support improved future outcomes for patients

17.02.2026 13:52 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
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We’re thrilled to welcome MaxWell Biosystems as a Silver Sponsor of #ARUKConf.

Their technology offers insights into Alzheimer’s models, giving researchers tools to support their work.

Explore our sponsors: www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for...

13.02.2026 16:14 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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We’re welcoming Charlie Quirke to #ARUKConf!

Fresh from a 140km trek for his mum, actress Pauline Quirke MBE, who is living with dementia, Charlie will share his memories of the challenge and his motivations for supporting our search #ForACure

Book now: www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for...

13.02.2026 11:36 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Missed out on joining us in Manchester for #ARUKConf?

Don’t worry, you can still attend online!

Register now to get access to world renowned researchers and a varied scientific programme: www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for...

10.02.2026 13:42 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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🚨Last chance to register for #ARUKConf.

Registration closes soon, don’t miss it: www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for...

06.02.2026 15:00 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0

Great to see BNA Scholars sharing what makes #ARUKConf special!

Register for your place now: www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for...

05.02.2026 14:43 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

If you’re looking to gain experience in academic publishing, take a look at our partners at the British Neuroscience Association and their journal Brain and Neuroscience Advances!

03.02.2026 13:41 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Thrilled to announce Prof Henrik Zetterberg as our second plenary speaker!

A globally renowned expert in neurochemistry, his plenary on 25 years of research on biofluid-based biomarkers will be a perfect close for the #ARUKconf.

Explore the programme: www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for...

30.01.2026 11:27 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Just one week left to register for the #ARUKconf! With a full, varied programme, multiple networking events, and world-renowned researchers speaking, our biggest conference yet is not one to miss.

Register by midday 8 Feb (in-person)/15 Feb (online): www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for...

29.01.2026 16:31 👍 1 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 1

Heading on from #ARUKconf?

Fewer than 50 places remain for the UK hub of AAIC Neuroscience Next 2026 in Manchester. Free to attend, with a strong focus on biomarkers. #AAICNeuro

Register now:

23.01.2026 16:40 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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We’re excited to announce our first plenary speaker!

Professor of Neurology at @uclnews.bsky.social, Prof Mummery will open the conference with her talk, “Clinical Trials in Alzheimer’s Disease: the Next Generation”

Explore the full programme: www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for...

20.01.2026 15:13 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
A women in an orange t-shirt taking a picture with a camera

A women in an orange t-shirt taking a picture with a camera

Do you enjoy photography whilst engaging in dementia research?

If so, we’d love to see your work at our photo contest! Show us your science through your lens, with merch prizes up for grabs. Launching soon - watch this space!

19.01.2026 14:47 👍 4 🔁 4 💬 1 📌 0

New paper led by @denpru-qm.bsky.social brings together 40 dementia experts – including ARUK’s Policy team – to agree on key things decision makers need to do to help cut dementia risk. #denpruQM

16.01.2026 15:58 👍 4 🔁 3 💬 0 📌 0
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From AI and translational neurodegeneration to nutrition and clinical trials, #ARUKConf reflects the breadth of dementia research.

Browse the programme and book your place: www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for...

16.01.2026 09:40 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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The Alzheimer’s Research UK Research Conference 2026 is coming up on 24–25 Feb in Manchester & online!

With 300+ signed up for networking and hundreds presenting, it’s set to be one of our biggest yet.

Register by 8 Feb (in-person) or 15 Feb (online): www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for...

16.12.2025 09:57 👍 5 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 1
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We’re supporting the next generation of dementia researchers to kick-start their career. Now accepting applications from supervisors for our PhD Scholarships.

Apply by 4 March: www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/grants/phd-s...

15.12.2025 09:25 👍 4 🔁 2 💬 1 📌 0
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Are you a PhD-qualified researcher with innovative ideas in dementia research?

Apply for our Research Fellowship or Senior Research Fellowship to take the next step in your independent research career.

Apply by 4 Mar: www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for...

08.12.2025 13:44 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Applications are open for the Dementia Frontiers Fund - our game-changing research initiative launched with @Gates Ventures
Applicants have until 17 Dec to request an Expression of Interest form and 7 Jan to apply.
Learn more and revisit our info webinar: www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/grants/demen...

05.12.2025 15:49 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0