What Our Researchers Say
Professor Julie Williams
"BRACE funding has underpinned important areas of research over the last decade. The support for new ideas and emerging scientific leaders has been particularly fruitful. I believe we are at a turning point in dementia research where discoveries are now being translated into future therapies. We must continue to increase investment in dementia research to support new ideas, new scientists and new therapies."
Dr Vesna Vuksanovic
"Securing BRACE funding for my pilot project is important for me and my research. It provides a great opportunity to explore some innovative ideas and their potential in dementia research. It allowed me to use some advanced computational approaches to analysis of brain scans to investigate their potential in identifying individuals at risk of developing dementia. It also supports in the mentoring of young researchers."
Professor Jon Lane
"I am extremely grateful to BRACE for funding my research project, which has allowed me to conduct critical research into understanding how our brains age and the challenges of dementia. The training I have received has helped me to deepen my understanding and develop vital skills.
My goal is to contribute to the global body of knowledge that is needed to develop more effective treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease and, thanks to BRACE support, I am one step closer to doing so. Thanks so much for your help."
Professor Wendy Noble
"We are very grateful to BRACE for enabling us to carry out this project. Compared to other forms of dementia such as Alzheimer’s disease, there is relatively little research conducted to increase understanding the biological causes of Lewy body dementia. Without a better understanding of disease, it is very challenging to find new treatments. This funding has allowed us to investigate one possible potential means by which Lewy body dementia progresses, and to determine in laboratory models if we can slow or halt disease. Our hope is that results from this project will support the development of new treatments. The funding has also enabled us to recruit a PhD student and build capacity in dementia research by training the next generation of dementia researchers. "
BRACE-Funded PhD Students
Cillian Power
“I am incredibly grateful for the support of BRACE and its donors, whose generosity is not just a financial aid but a catalyst for my growth and success. Your contributions are advancing our understanding of these complex diseases and bringing us closer to developing much-needed therapies for those affected by dementia.”
Jess Stoneman
"During my PhD, I'll be looking at immune cells which enter the brain, and these are altered in forms of dementia such as Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease. I'll also be looking to see if a hunger hormone, ghrelin, can help mediate these effects of the immune cells and calm them down to potentially reduce the effects of dementia.
I feel like there's a lot that can be looked into regarding immunology behind dementia. I feel very excited to be contributing to this field and making a difference to those affected with dementia. Hopefully one day my work can go towards a cure for dementia."
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