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AGE-INT

The Dementia Cluster of the AGE-INTernational consortium is developing and evaluating innovative approaches to improve the care of people with dementia. These include specialised care concepts for acute hospitals or the development of immersive VR practices that make the experience of people with dementia more comprehensible to the public. Furthermore, the preservation of physical mobility is being promoted by developing best practice recommendations and a corresponding intervention for care homes. In addition, an interdisciplinary citizen science lab is dedicated to use participatory approaches to sustainably improve the quality of life, independence, and integration of those affected and to promote social cohesion.

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Dementia Research Switzerland - Synapsis Foundation

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Synapsis Foundation supports research into Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative disorders. By offering independent funding, the foundation supports research efforts at Swiss universities and higher education institutions, helping to deepen the understanding of these complex diseases. Synapsis Foundation also supports projects aimed at improving diagnostic methods and developing more effective treatments for neurodegenerative diseases. It further invests in the future of dementia research by supporting promising junior researchers.

To secure long-term research funding, the Synapsis Foundation relies on private and institutional donations.

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The multifaceted and layered nature of the research landscape in the field of dementia requires an equally broad range of expertise. For this reason, the Swiss Network for Dementia Research relies on a partner network of relevant stakeholders such as universities, applied universities, hospitals, societies, foundations, public bodies and other organizations that offer expertise to support the dementia research community in advancing research and translation.

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• Promote an interdisciplinary community: Engage with experts across various disciplines.
• Raise awareness: Contribute to greater awareness of neurodegenerative diseases.
• Position Switzerland as a hub: Help establish Switzerland as a central player in neurodegenerative research, attracting young talents and leading researchers.