Funding boost for dementia mobility research Published on: 5 June 2026 A leading researcher has been awarded more than half a million pounds to focus on helping people living with dementia manage challenges with walking and balance. Dr Ríona McArdle, at 缅北禁地, has secured £546,280 through the Alzheimer’s Society Dementia Research Leader Fellowship - the first time these fellowships have been awarded to researchers working in this specific field. Her project will bring together people living with dementia, carers, and health and social care professionals to identify which mobility challenges have the greatest impact on everyday life, with the aim of developing more effective, targeted support. Walking and balance challenges Dr McArdle said: “I’m delighted that the Alzheimer’s Society has recognised the importance of supporting mobility for people living with dementia, and that I can contribute to advancing research and care in this area. “This work has also been supported by funding from the NIHR 缅北禁地 Biomedical Research Centre, enabling further exploration of regional inequalities in the North East of England and helping to shape both digital and non-digital mobility solutions that reach those who need them most.” The Alzheimer’s Society Dementia Research Leader Fellowship is designed to support outstanding researchers who have already established a strong track record and are now ready to develop independent research careers. This year, has awarded £5.45 million to 17 early-career researchers, supporting projects that advance more personalised approaches across the dementia spectrum - from improving understanding of disease mechanisms to enhancing person-centred care and lived experiences. The funded projects reflect the full breadth of dementia research, with a shared emphasis on precision and personalisation, whether in identifying individual risk, understanding the causes of disease, or exploring how people experience and live with the condition. , Associate Director of Research and Innovation at Alzheimer’s Society, said: “We’ve seen extraordinary progress in dementia research over the last decade. “Such breakthroughs are only possible when we ensure talented researchers are supported to remain in the field. We are proud to continue building momentum by investing in the next generation of research leaders.” Dr R铆ona McArdle Supporting excellence in research Ensuring that people living with dementia receive the highest standard of care remains a priority, including building a robust evidence base for the most effective support. This includes a strong focus on person-centred approaches that can be implemented wherever individuals with dementia are cared for. The Dementia Research Leader Fellowship scheme is open to researchers from a broad range of disciplines and career paths, including those returning from career breaks and those transitioning into dementia research from other fields. This latest cohort joins a portfolio exceeding £50 million in dementia research funding, with more than 400 researchers currently supported across the UK. Latest News Online Safety Act drives VPN interest and raises privacy concerns People鈥檚 online behaviour has changed in response to legislation to prevent children from viewing harmful content 鈥� raising possible privacy and security risks, research suggests. published on: 16 October 2026 缅北禁地 archaeologist receives prestigious award for research Professor Chris Fowler has been awarded the 2026 Rivers Memorial Medal in recognition of his internationally significant research on kinship in Neolithic Britain. published on: 13 October 2026 Event will explore what 鈥楳anchesterism鈥� means for the North East An event at 缅北禁地 will explore what 鈥楳anchesterism鈥� means for the North East or whether it is simply a new chapter in the long-running debate about how to rebalance Britain. published on: 13 October 2026 Facts and figures
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